British Airways Baggage Policy: Boston to London

Route: BOS → LON · Nonstop available

Last verified: May 2026 · Source: British Airways official website

Quick Answer

Carry-On
22x18x10 inches (56x45x25 cm), 51 lbs (23 kg) max
Personal Item
1 personal item: 16x12x6 inches (40x30x15 cm), up to 51 lbs (23 kg)
First Checked Bag
$70-$75 for long-haul Basic Economy, free for standard Economy
Second Checked Bag
$90-$100 for long-haul flights

Detailed Baggage Allowance

CategoryDetails
Carry-On22x18x10 inches (56x45x25 cm), 51 lbs (23 kg) max
Personal Item1 personal item: 16x12x6 inches (40x30x15 cm), up to 51 lbs (23 kg). Includes handbag or laptop bag.
Checked Bag AllowanceBasic Economy: 0 bags. Economy: 1 bag (23 kg). Premium Economy: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business: 2 bags (32 kg each). First: 3 bags (32 kg each).
First Bag Fee$70-$75 for long-haul Basic Economy, free for standard Economy
Second Bag Fee$90-$100 for long-haul flights
Overweight Fee$100 USD / £65 GBP / €75 EUR for bags 23-32 kg
Oversized Fee$100 USD / £65 GBP / €75 EUR for bags over standard dimensions up to 190 x 75 x 65cm
Max Weight32 kg
Max Dimensions90 x 75 x 43 cm (35 x 30 x 17 inches)

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Golf bags, skis, and surfboards (up to 240cm) count as part of standard checked allowance. Bikes must be in a box up to 190x95x65cm and count as checked bag.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments (up to 80cm) allowed as carry-on in place of second bag. Medium instruments (up to 140cm) require purchased seat. Large instruments checked in hold.

International Baggage Rules

Economy allowance increases to 2 free bags (23 kg each) for flights to/from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and between Europe and Japan.

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1. Book standard Economy instead of Basic Economy for a free checked bag. 2. Pay for extra bags online in advance to save compared to airport prices. 3. Join Executive Club (Silver/Gold) or Oneworld (Sapphire/Emerald) for extra baggage allowance. 4. Take advantage of the generous 23kg carry-on weight limit to avoid checking bags.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is British Airways's baggage allowance for Boston to London?

Carry-on: 22x18x10 inches (56x45x25 cm), 51 lbs (23 kg) max. Checked bags: Basic Economy: 0 bags.

How much does British Airways charge for checked bags on BOS-LON?

First bag: $70-$75 for long-haul Basic Economy, free for standard Economy. Second bag: $90-$100 for long-haul flights.

Does British Airways include free checked bags in economy?

Yes — Basic Economy: 0 bags.

British Airways Baggage on Other Routes

Last verified: May 2026. Baggage policies are subject to change. Always confirm with British Airways before travel.