Personal-item bag · 34 × 19 × 15 cm (13.4 × 7.5 × 5.9 in)
Fits 6 cm (2.4 in) to spare on the length
Eurowings cabin bag and personal item size
Checked against Eurowings' baggage page on 5 October 2026
Personal item (under the seat)
40 × 30 × 25 cm15.7 × 11.8 × 9.8 in
Cabin bag (overhead locker)
55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in
Weight: 8 kg (18 lb)
Will your bag fit Eurowings?
Personal item. Free on every fare. Small 'underseat bag' included on every fare; must be stored under the seat in front.
Cabin bag. Not included on BASIC. Large cabin bag, max 8 kg. Included in SMART (one) and BIZclass (two); can be booked as an extra with BASIC. Foldable garment bag up to 57 x 54 x 15 cm allowed instead.
What each Eurowings fare includes
| Fare | Personal item | Cabin bag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BASIC | Included | Paid extra (8 kg) | Underseat bag only; a large cabin bag can be booked in addition. |
| SMART | Included | Included (8 kg) | Underseat bag plus one large cabin bag up to 8 kg. |
| BIZclass | Included | Included (8 kg) | Underseat bag plus two large cabin bags, each up to 8 kg and 55 x 40 x 23 cm. |
Will a standard carry-on fit Eurowings?
The most common US carry-on size is 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm, wheels included). On Eurowings it does not fit — 0.9 cm (0.4 in) too long. The common European cabin size, 55 × 40 × 20 cm, is right at the limit.
Eurowings' cabin bag allowance holds about 51 litres. Only 37 of the 151 airlines we track have a bigger one.
Bags that fit Eurowings
We checked 1,046 bags with published sizes. 44 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare on every side, and another 80 are within a centimeter. 660 fit the cabin bag size comfortably.
Personal item
Travel backpack · 39 × 29.5 × 20 cm (15.4 × 11.6 × 7.9 in)
Tight 0.5 cm (0.2 in) to spare on the width
Travel backpack · 39 × 29.5 × 20 cm (15.4 × 11.6 × 7.9 in)
Tight 0.5 cm (0.2 in) to spare on the width
Personal-item bag · 39.1 × 27.4 × 14.5 cm (15.4 × 10.8 × 5.7 in)
Tight 0.9 cm (0.4 in) to spare on the length
Cabin bag
Carry-on suitcase · 19.1 × 12.8 × 8.9 in (48.5 × 32.5 × 22.6 cm)
Tight 0.4 cm (0.2 in) to spare on the depth; 5.1 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 45 × 38 × 20 cm (17.7 × 15 × 7.9 in)
Fits 2 cm (0.8 in) to spare on the width; 5.4 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 35 × 23 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.1 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length; 5.7 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
If your bag is too big at the gate
Hand baggage that is too big, too heavy or exceeds the fare's allowance is taken at the gate and put in the hold for a fee of 60 € / £51 (card payment only). Source
Power banks on Eurowings
You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin; 100–160 Wh needs the airline's approval. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags. From 15 Jan 2026 max 2 power banks. Charging and using them on board is prohibited (except approved medical devices). Only in seat pocket, on your person or in an under-seat bag; never in overhead bin. (in force since 15 January 2026)
Work out your power bank's watt-hours · Power bank rules on every airline
Worth knowing
- Power banks over 100 Wh up to 160 Wh need approval by email to assistance@eurowings.com.
- Gate fee of 60 € / £51 for oversized, overweight or extra hand baggage; card only.
- On full flights compliant large cabin bags may be checked free and collected at baggage claim.
- Rules apply to all EW flight numbers regardless of the operating airline.
Airlines with similar limits
- Wizz Air: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- Lufthansa: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- Turkish Airlines: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- SAS Scandinavian Airlines: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Eurowings bag questions
What size is the Eurowings personal item?
Eurowings' free personal item can be up to 40 × 30 × 25 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 9.8 in). Small 'underseat bag' included on every fare; must be stored under the seat in front.
How big can a Eurowings cabin bag be?
Up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), and no heavier than 8 kg (18 lb). The airline doesn’t say whether wheels and handles count, so measure them in.
Does every Eurowings fare include a cabin bag?
No. BASIC: this fare includes only the personal item; the bigger bag costs extra or isn't allowed.
Which bags fit Eurowings' limits?
Of the 1,046 bags we track, 44 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare and 660 fit the cabin bag size. See the list.
Can I take a power bank on Eurowings?
Yes, in your cabin bag only. You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin; 100–160 Wh needs the airline's approval. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags.
Sources. hand baggage FAQ · dangerous goods / power banks page. Rules checked 5 October 2026. Some details the airline doesn’t publish are marked as such above. Airline staff have the final say at the gate. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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