Best Cabin Bags for Jet2, easyJet & British Airways 2026 — UK Size Guide
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Best Cabin Bags for Jet2, easyJet & British Airways 2026
Still searching for the best cabin bag for your next flight? Airline rules haven't got any simpler — and in 2026, getting your cabin bag wrong can cost you more than the bag itself. This guide covers the best cabin bags approved for easyJet, British Airways, and Jet2 right now, with exact size limits, weight allowances, and our top picks from stock we actually carry.
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easyJet Cabin Bag Allowance
easyJet allows one cabin bag measuring up to 56×45×25 cm for passengers with an Up Front or Extra Legroom seat, or with an easyJet Plus card. Standard passengers can bring one small bag up to 45×36×20 cm under the seat for free.
Best Under-Seat Bag for easyJet
The Kono Foldable Cabin Flight Duffel Bag is the smart choice for easyJet's free under-seat allowance — it fits within the 45×36×20 cm limit, compresses easily, and is lightweight enough to leave plenty of room for your essentials. Hundreds of UK travellers have chosen this bag for exactly this reason.
Best Large Cabin Bag for easyJet
If you have overhead locker access (Up Front, Extra Legroom, or easyJet Plus), you can take a bag up to 56×45×25 cm. The Kono 19" Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase fits comfortably within this allowance and gives you a full week's worth of packing space without checking a bag.
British Airways Cabin Bag Allowance
British Airways allows one cabin bag up to 56×45×25 cm plus one personal item up to 40×30×15 cm in Club Europe and Euro Traveller.
Best Cabin Bag for British Airways
The Kono 19" Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase fits within British Airways' cabin allowance. Pair it with the Kono Foldable Cabin Flight Duffel Bag as your personal item, and you've maximised your full BA allowance — without paying a penny extra for hold luggage.
Jet2 Cabin Bag Allowance
Jet2 is one of the most generous UK airlines for cabin luggage, allowing one bag up to 56×45×25 cm weighing up to 10 kg — included in every fare at no extra cost.
Best Cabin Bag for Jet2
With Jet2's generous 10 kg allowance, the Kono 19" or 20" Hard Shell Cabin Suitcase lets you pack everything you need for a week away — without ever queuing at a check-in desk. The KONO range's lightweight ABS+PC shell means more of that 10 kg goes on your clothes, not the case itself. That's the kind of smart packing that saves you time and money every trip. Read our honest KONO luggage review →
Our Top Pick: Kono KSK2477 — Fits BA, Jet2 & easyJet
If you want one cabin suitcase that works across all three airlines, the Kono KSK2477 20-Inch ABS+PC Cabin Suitcase is our top recommendation. At 54.5 x 34.5 x 21.5 cm, it sits comfortably within the 56 x 45 x 25 cm overhead locker limit for all three carriers.
- ✅ British Airways — free for all passengers, well within size limits at just 2.4 kg
- ✅ Jet2 — free for all passengers, well within the 10 kg weight limit
- ⚠️ easyJet — fits the size limit, but the overhead locker bag is only free if you purchase a Large Cabin Bag allowance, select an Up Front or Extra Legroom seat, or hold an easyJet Plus/FLEXI fare. Standard tickets only include the smaller under-seat bag free.
Always check your airline's current baggage policy before travelling, as rules can change.
TUI Cabin Bag Allowance
TUI allows one cabin bag up to 55×40×20 cm on all flights — included free with every fare. There's no published weight limit, but bags must fit in the overhead locker.
Best Cabin Bag for TUI
The Kono KSK2477 20-Inch Cabin Suitcase fits comfortably within TUI's 55×40×20 cm allowance at 54.5×34.5×21.5 cm — giving you maximum packing space without risking a gate check. Lightweight ABS+PC shell means more of your allowance goes on your clothes, not the case.
Wizz Air Cabin Bag Allowance
Wizz Air allows one cabin bag up to 55×40×23 cm for WIZZ Priority passengers. Standard passengers get a smaller personal item up to 40×30×20 cm under the seat for free.
Best Cabin Bag for Wizz Air
For Wizz Air's free under-seat allowance, the Kono Foldable Cabin Flight Duffel Bag is the smart choice — it compresses to fit the 40×30×20 cm limit and costs far less than Wizz Air's priority upgrade fee. If you fly Wizz Air regularly, WIZZ Priority is worth considering to unlock the full 55×40×23 cm overhead allowance.
What About Ryanair?
Ryanair has the strictest cabin bag policy of the major UK airlines. Their free personal item must be 40×20×25 cm — smaller than most cabin suitcases. Their priority cabin bag allowance is 55×40×20 cm, available to Priority and fare passengers.
Best Cabin Bag for Ryanair
If you fly Ryanair regularly, the Kono Foldable Cabin Flight Duffel Bag is the smart choice — it compresses to fit Ryanair's strict personal item dimensions and costs less than the fee Ryanair charges to check a bag.
Top Tips for Cabin Bag Travel
- Always check your specific airline's website for the latest size rules before you fly — they do change
- Weigh your bag before you leave home — most airlines enforce weight limits at the gate
- Hard-shell cases protect your belongings better in overhead lockers
- Spinner wheels make navigating busy terminals significantly easier
- Pack heavier items at the bottom, closest to the wheels
Frequently Asked Questions — Cabin Bags UK 2026
What size cabin bag can I take on easyJet for free?
easyJet's free cabin bag allowance is 45×36×20 cm — this must fit under the seat in front of you. If you want to use the overhead locker, you'll need to purchase a Large Cabin Bag allowance, book an Up Front or Extra Legroom seat, or hold an easyJet Plus card.
Does Jet2 charge for cabin bags?
No — Jet2 includes one cabin bag up to 56×45×25 cm and 10 kg free with every fare. It's one of the most generous cabin bag policies of any UK airline.
What is the best cabin bag for Ryanair?
For Ryanair's free personal item allowance (40×20×25 cm), a soft, compressible bag like the Kono Foldable Cabin Flight Duffel Bag is the best option. If you have Priority boarding, a hard-shell cabin suitcase up to 55×40×20 cm is allowed in the overhead locker.
Which cabin bag fits all UK airlines?
The Kono KSK2477 20-Inch Cabin Suitcase (54.5×34.5×21.5 cm) fits within the overhead locker limits for British Airways, Jet2, and easyJet (with locker access). For Ryanair, you'll need Priority boarding or a smaller personal item bag.
How heavy can my cabin bag be on a UK flight?
Most UK airlines don't set a specific weight limit for cabin bags — but Jet2 does, at 10 kg. easyJet and British Airways require bags to fit in the overhead locker but don't publish a weight limit. Always check your airline's current policy before you fly.
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UK Airline Cabin Bag Size Guide 2026
Use this quick-reference table before you fly. Always verify with your airline's website as rules can change.
| Airline | Max Cabin Bag Size 2026 | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|
| easyJet (overhead) | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | No limit (must fit overhead) |
| easyJet (under seat, free) | 45 x 36 x 20 cm | No limit |
| British Airways | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | No limit (must fit overhead) |
| Jet2 | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | 10 kg |
| Ryanair (priority) | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | No limit |
| Ryanair (free under seat) | 40 x 20 x 25 cm | No limit |
| TUI | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | No limit |
| Wizz Air(Priority) | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | No limit |
| Wizz Air(free under seat) | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | No limit |
Always check your airline's website before travelling as size limits can change.
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