airBaltic Carry-On Rules
Latvian LCC. Economy: 55×40×23 cm, no weight limit + personal item. Economy Lite: underseat bag only.
Carry-on allowance
- Cabin bag size
- 55×40×23 cm
- Cabin bag weight
- No limit
- Bags allowed
- 1
- Personal item
- 40×30×15 cm
Economy and Business fares include a carry-on with no official weight limit (approx. 8 kg practical). Economy Lite fare: only 1 underseat personal item allowed — no cabin bag.
Cabin Bag Details
| Dimensions | 55×40×23 cm(21.7×15.7×9.1 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight limit | No weight limit stated |
| Bags allowed | 1 cabin bag |
| Includes wheels/handles | Yes |
| Personal item | 40×30×15 cm max |
| Note | Economy and Business fares include a carry-on with no official weight limit (approx. 8 kg practical). Economy Lite fare: only 1 underseat personal item allowed — no cabin bag. |
Allowances by Cabin Class
Basic Economy
40×30×15 cm
Economy
55×40×23 cm
Business
55×40×23 cm
2 cabin bags
Fees
| Fee type | Pre-paid online | At the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Extra checked bag | 20 EUR | 40 EUR |
Liquids Policy
EU security rules: 100 ml containers in a 1L transparent resealable bag. One bag per passenger.
Family & Infants
Infant (under 2)
Lap infant at reduced fare. One small cabin bag for the infant permitted.
Stroller
Free gate-check. Returned at aircraft door on arrival.
Car seat
Free in hold. May be used in cabin if separate seat purchased.
Children's allowance
Children 2+ receive the same carry-on allowance as adults based on fare type.
Enforcement
Moderate
Size checks happen regularly; weight checks are rare. Worth measuring your bag.
airBaltic enforces bag dimensions at the gate — gauge sizers are used on many flights. There is no official weight limit, so weight is not checked. Economy Lite passengers without a purchased cabin bag add-on will have their overhead bag gate-checked.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airBaltic cabin bag size?
airBaltic allows a cabin bag up to 55×40×23 cm (21.7×15.7×9.1 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.
Does airBaltic have a weight limit for carry-on?
airBaltic does not publish a cabin bag weight limit, but staff may use discretion.
Does airBaltic allow a personal item?
Yes. airBaltic allows a personal item up to 40×30×15 cm. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
How strict is airBaltic about bag size?
airBaltic has moderate enforcement. Size checks happen regularly; weight checks are rare. Worth measuring your bag. airBaltic enforces bag dimensions at the gate — gauge sizers are used on many flights. There is no official weight limit, so weight is not checked. Economy Lite passengers without a purchased cabin bag add-on will have their overhead bag gate-checked.
Additional notes
airBaltic has no official weight limit for cabin bags, making it unusual among European carriers. However, Economy Lite (their cheapest fare) only includes a 40×30×15 cm underseat bag — a full carry-on requires purchase. Dimension enforcement via gauge sizers is consistent.
Rules can change. Always verify with airBaltic before flying.