What is British Airways' cabin bag size?
56 x 45 x 25 cm incl. wheels/handles.
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Quick answer
Cabin bag: 56 x 45 x 25 cm incl. wheels/handles; weight: Not stated on page (must lift into overhead bin unassisted). Personal item: Handbag max 40 x 30 x 15 cm, fits under seat.
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Carry-on bag size
56 x 45 x 25 cm incl. wheels/handles
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Carry-on weight
Not stated on page (must lift into overhead bin unassisted)
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Personal item
Handbag max 40 x 30 x 15 cm, fits under seat
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Power banks
Hand baggage only, forbidden in checked; keep in small under-seat bag
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Liquids
Set by airport security. Leaving the United Kingdom: Most airports: containers of 100 ml or less (in one clear resealable bag of up to 1 L, about 20 x 20 cm, where the airport asks for a bag). Some airports allow containers up to 2 L, so check your departure airport. Medicines, special diets and baby food up to 2 L at all airports
Source: UK Government (gov.uk), checked 7 Nov 2026
How much can my British Airways carry-on weigh?
Not stated on page (must lift into overhead bin unassisted).
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
Can I take a power bank on British Airways?
Hand baggage only, forbidden in checked; keep in small under-seat bag.
Source: britishairways.com, checked 6 Nov 2026
What liquids can I take on British Airways?
Set by airport security. Leaving the United Kingdom: Most airports: containers of 100 ml or less (in one clear resealable bag of up to 1 L, about 20 x 20 cm, where the airport asks for a bag). Some airports allow containers up to 2 L, so check your departure airport. Medicines, special diets and baby food up to 2 L at all airports.
Source: UK Government (gov.uk), checked 7 Nov 2026