Emirates Cabin Baggage Size & Allowance
Emirates allows one cabin bag up to 55 × 38 × 22 cm (21.7 × 15 × 8.7 in), 7 kg (15 lb). Checked on 16 October 2026 against Emirates' own policy; use the size checker to see whether your own bag fits.
What is carry-on, personal item and checked baggage?
Baggage allowance for Emirates · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
A handbag, laptop bag or small backpack that fits under the seat in front of you.
One cabin bag per passenger. Measured with wheels and handles included.
Emirates uses weight and piece concepts. On weight-concept routes, the allowance is a total across bags: Economy 20–35 kg by fare, Premium Economy 35 kg, Business 40 kg and First 50 kg; no individual piece may exceed 32 kg and each piece may be up to 203 cm total. Piece-concept routes use a separate per-piece allowance and size rule.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Emirates · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Cabin allowance by fare
The figures above are the standard allowance. On Emirates it changes with the fare or cabin you book.
Excess & Oversize Fees
Charges are usually lower when paid online before travel than at the airport.
Good to Know
Will your bag fit Emirates?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for EmiratesThe three baggage types, explained
Airlines split what you travel with into three allowances. Each has its own size and weight limit, and the one you exceed decides what you pay.
The small bag that goes under the seat in front of you — handbag, laptop bag or small backpack. Usually free and rarely weighed.
The wheeled case you take into the cabin and store in the overhead bin. Sized at the gate, and weighed by many airlines.
The large suitcase you hand over at the desk and collect at your destination. Charged by bag, with strict weight limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a cabin bag free on Emirates?
Yes, according to Emirates' published policy: one cabin bag up to 55 × 38 × 22 cm (21.7 × 15 × 8.7 in), 7 kg (15 lb). Basic fares and flights operated by partner airlines can differ, so check the allowance on your booking.
What happens if my bag doesn't fit Emirates' sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate, and depending on your fare Emirates can charge for it. Adding a bag online before you fly is usually cheaper. The current amounts are on Emirates' own fees page. Emirates baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Emirates cabin bag?
Emirates does not list a separate personal item: small items count within the cabin allowance of 55 × 38 × 22 cm (21.7 × 15 × 8.7 in), 7 kg (15 lb).
Compare with other airlines
Baggage limits differ sharply between carriers — these are the ones travellers most often weigh against Emirates.
