British Airways baggage size limits

By The FitCheck teamRules change often; confirm with the airline before you fly
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Personal item

15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm) · 51 lb (23 kg) max

Carry-on

22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in (56 × 45 × 25 cm) · 51 lb (23 kg) max

Checked bag

81.5 linear in (207 cm) total · 51 lb (23 kg)

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Personal items that fit British Airways

Limit: 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm) · 51 lb (23 kg) max. 0 of 3 personal items we can check fit.

Over this airline's limit (may be gate-checked or charged)

None of the personal items we track meet British Airways' limit.

16.5 in 13.8 in 9

Samsonite Spinner Underseater with USB Port

Samsonite · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, occasional trips

Weight
Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
Size in
16.5 × 13.8 × 9
Warranty
Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
Our score
6.1/10
Doesn't fit5.9 in over British Airways' limit (in total)0.8 in too tall, 2 in too wide and 3.1 in too deep for 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in.
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Details: Samsonite Spinner Underseater with USB Port

Carry-on bags that fit British Airways

Limit: 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in (56 × 45 × 25 cm) · 51 lb (23 kg) max. 3 of 5 carry-on bags we can check fit, and 2 more are a tight fit.

Tight fit (slightly over)

Widely used on British Airways, but a strict gate agent could make you check them.

Medium checked bags that fit British Airways

Limit: 81.5 linear in (207 cm) total · 51 lb (23 kg). 3 of 3 medium checked bags we can check fit.

Whether a checked bag is included depends on your fare; check when you book.

Large checked bags that fit British Airways

Limit: 81.5 linear in (207 cm) total · 51 lb (23 kg). 4 of 4 large checked bags we can check fit.

Whether a checked bag is included depends on your fare; check when you book.

British Airways baggage FAQ

What is the British Airways personal item size limit?

15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (40 × 30 × 15 cm) · 51 lb (23 kg) max. Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on British Airways' website before you fly, as rules can change.

What is the British Airways carry-on size limit?

22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in (56 × 45 × 25 cm) · 51 lb (23 kg) max. Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on British Airways' website before you fly, as rules can change.

What is the British Airways checked bag size limit?

81.5 linear in (207 cm) total · 51 lb (23 kg). Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on British Airways' website before you fly, as rules can change.

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