flydubai Carry-On Rules
Middle East low-cost. Economy Lite: no cabin bag or personal item included. Economy Value+: 55×38×20 cm + 10 kg.
Carry-on allowance
- Cabin bag size
- 55×38×20 cm
- Cabin bag weight
- 10 kg
- Bags allowed
- 1
- Personal item
- Not allowed
Economy Lite (basic) fare: carry-on NOT included. Must purchase as add-on. Economy Value and above: 1 carry-on up to 10 kg included.
Cabin Bag Details
| Dimensions | 55×38×20 cm(21.7×15×7.9 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight limit | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Bags allowed | 1 cabin bag |
| Includes wheels/handles | Yes |
| Note | Economy Lite (basic) fare: carry-on NOT included. Must purchase as add-on. Economy Value and above: 1 carry-on up to 10 kg included. |
Allowances by Cabin Class
Basic Economy
55×38×20 cm
Up to 10 kg
Economy
55×38×20 cm
Up to 10 kg
Business
55×38×20 cm
Up to 10 kg
2 cabin bags
Fees
| Fee type | Pre-paid online | At the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Overweight (over 10 kg) | 0 AED | 100 AED |
| Extra checked bag | 80 AED | 160 AED |
| Additional cabin bag | 12 AED | 60 AED |
Liquids Policy
IATA liquid rules: 100 ml containers in a 1L transparent resealable bag. One bag per passenger. Duty-free purchases in sealed tamper-evident bags allowed.
Family & Infants
Infant (under 2)
Lap infant at 10% of adult fare. Cabin bag for infant not included in Lite fare — must be added.
Stroller
Free gate-check. Collected at aircraft door on arrival.
Car seat
Free in hold.
Children's allowance
Children 2+ same allowance as adults per fare type.
Enforcement
Strict
Sizer boxes used at gate. Nearly always enforced — bag must comply.
flydubai strictly enforces cabin bag policies, especially for Economy Lite fares. Size gauges and weight scales are used at DXB and other hubs. Passengers on Lite fares without add-ons will have bags removed at the gate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the flydubai cabin bag size?
flydubai allows a cabin bag up to 55×38×20 cm (21.7×15×7.9 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.
Does flydubai have a weight limit for carry-on?
Yes — the maximum carry-on weight on flydubai is 10 kg (22 lb).
Does flydubai allow a personal item?
flydubai does not allow a separate personal item in addition to the cabin bag.
How strict is flydubai about bag size?
flydubai has strict enforcement. Sizer boxes used at gate. Nearly always enforced — bag must comply. flydubai strictly enforces cabin bag policies, especially for Economy Lite fares. Size gauges and weight scales are used at DXB and other hubs. Passengers on Lite fares without add-ons will have bags removed at the gate.
Rules can change. Always verify with your airline before flying.
Additional notes
Economy Lite passengers who do not purchase a cabin bag add-on will only be permitted a very small item that fits under the seat in front at no charge, but this is not formally published as a personal item allowance.