How Many Suitcases Can You Take On A Plane?
Packing for your next trip? Whether you're jetting off for a weekend getaway or an extended vacation, knowing how many suitcases you can take on a plane is crucial. Different airlines have different baggage allowances, and exceeding the limits can lead to extra charges.
In this guide, we’ll cover baggage policies for Singapore Airlines, major U.S. airlines, and UK airlines, along with the best luggage options to make your journey smoother.
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Singapore Airlines
- Carry-On: Economy & Premium Economy: 1 piece (up to 7kg), Business, First & Suites: 2 pieces (each up to 7kg)
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 25kg to 35kg, Premium Economy: 35kg, Business: 40kg, First Class & Suites: 50kg
For flights to/from the U.S., Singapore Airlines follows the piece concept:
- Carry-On: Economy & Premium Economy: 2 pieces (up to 23kg each), Business, First & Suites: 2 pieces (up to 32kg each)
- Checked Baggage: Additional allowances apply for KrisFlyer and PPS Club members.
American Airlines
- Carry-On: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on (no weight limit, must fit size requirements)
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 1st bag from $35, 2nd bag from $45 (up to 23kg each), Business & First: 2 to 3 free checked bags (up to 32kg each)
Delta Airlines
- Carry-On: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 1st bag from $35, 2nd bag from $45 (23kg max), Premium & Business: 2 free bags (32kg max each)
United Airlines
- Carry-On: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 1st bag from $35, 2nd bag from $45 (23kg max), Business & First: 2 free bags (32kg max each)
Southwest Airlines
- Carry-On: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on
- Checked Baggage: 2 free checked bags (up to 23kg each), Additional bags available for a fee
British Airways
- Carry-On: 1 cabin bag (up to 23kg) + 1 personal item
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 1 bag (23kg), Premium Economy: 2 bags (23kg each), Business: 2 bags (32kg each), First: 3 bags (32kg each)
Virgin Atlantic
- Carry-On: 1 bag (10kg for Economy, 12kg for Upper Class)
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 1 bag (23kg), Premium: 2 bags (23kg each), Upper Class: 2 bags (32kg each)
EasyJet
- Carry-On: 1 small cabin bag (underseat, up to 45cm x 36cm x 20cm)
- Checked Baggage: Standard: up to 23kg (fee applies), Additional baggage allowance available for purchase
Ryanair
- Carry-On: 1 small personal bag (40cm x 20cm x 25cm)
- Checked Baggage: Standard checked bag up to 20kg (fee applies), Extra bags available for purchase
Emirates
- Carry-On: Economy: 1 bag (7kg max), Business & First: 2 bags (total 14kg)
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 25kg to 35kg, Business: 40kg, First Class: 50kg
Qatar Airways
- Carry-On: Economy: 1 bag (7kg max), Business & First: 2 bags (15kg total)
- Checked Baggage: Economy: 25kg to 35kg, Business: 40kg, First Class: 50kg
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Written by Deng Xiang