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British Airways
Published cabin-baggage basics, what can change with your ticket, and a direct path to check your actual bag.
Physical fit
Published physical limits
- Overhead cabin bag
- 56 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm 22.0 in × 17.7 in × 9.8 in
- Personal item
- 40 cm × 30 cm × 15 cm 15.7 in × 11.8 in × 5.9 in
- Overhead weight
- 23 kg
- Personal-item weight
- Not published separately
These are physical measurements, not a promise that an overhead bag is included with every ticket.
Ticket allowance
What your ticket includes
No extra trip dependency is represented here, but always confirm the allowance shown on your final booking.
Even Basic usually includes full cabin bag + personal item.
One cabin bag and one personal bag are included, each up to the published 23 kg maximum, provided the passenger can handle the bag safely.
Current published branches
Allowance details
One cabin bag and one personal bag are included, each up to the published 23 kg maximum, provided the passenger can handle the bag safely.
Official source
Where this information came from
- Last checked
- Aug 10, 2026
- Source note
- Official policy
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The operating carrier’s rules may apply. Confirm the final fare, route, aircraft and operating carrier before travel.