Yes, you can often take two bags as checked luggage, but it depends on your airline, ticket class, and destination, with allowances often allowing multiple bags within a total weight limit (like 23kg/50lb per bag for Economy) or specific piece counts (like 2 bags for Business Class), but you must check your specific airline's policy as some have strict limits on the number of pieces. Some airlines allow you to pool your weight across bags (e.g., 30kg total over two bags), while others have fixed pieces per class.
If you have a checked-baggage allowance of 35kg or 40kg your baggage must be split over at least two bags, with no bag weighing more than 32kg. If any single bag or item weighs more than 32kg it must be carried as freight. See Qantas freight for freight options.
Yes, for budget airlines like Jetstar, a handbag (or personal item like a laptop bag) is generally included in the 7kg carry-on allowance, meaning the total weight of both your main carry-on and your small item must not exceed 7kg. Some full-service airlines, like Air New Zealand, offer a 7kg allowance for Economy but often permit an additional small personal item (like a handbag) on top of that, depending on your fare and status, but always check your specific airline's rules.
Your baggage allowance is given by combined weight, not by number of bags. As long as your bags have a combined weight within your allowance, you can bring as many as you like. The maximum checked baggage allowance per person is 40kgs and no single bag can weigh more than 32kg.
If you have more than two pieces of hand baggage, or they're over the permitted size, you may have to put your larger bags into the hold as checked baggage. When you've used your free checked baggage allowance, you'll have to pay to put any extra bags into the hold.
Carry-on items
You can bring only one carry-on item along with your personal item. Your carry-on must fit in in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you. If it doesn't fit, it will need to be checked.
Terms and conditions. Guests are allowed to carry the below items free of cost: Two (02) units of cabin baggage with a maximum collective weight of seven (07) kg (which would include laptop and personal items).
Checked bag allowances
Travel within / between the U.S., Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands – 1st checked bag fee is $40 ($35 if you pay online) and the 2nd checked bag fee is $45.
Heads up! Even if you've got 14kg, no single item can weigh over 10kg. You can see how much carry-on you can take in the Fare rules. If you've got an existing booking, you can also check out your itinerary or go to Manage booking.
If your carry-on bag exceeds the 7kg limit, the airline will likely require you to check it in at the airport, either by paying an excess baggage fee (often higher at the gate) or by shifting items to your checked luggage, as oversized/overweight bags can pose safety risks and delay flights. Options include repackaging, paying gate fees, or potentially buying extra allowance, but the bag might be gate-checked (tagged and sent with checked luggage) or even refused if significantly over.
You can also take one small personal item such as a handbag, laptop bag or backpack, as long as it fits under the seat in front of you (maximum 40 x 30 x 20 cm). If you're travelling with a child under 2, they won't have a hand luggage allowance.
Yes, you can take a backpack and a carry-on on Jetstar, but both items count towards a single combined weight limit, typically 7kg for Starter fares, with one being a main item for the overhead locker and the other a small item (like a backpack or purse) that must fit under the seat in front of you. For domestic Australian/NZ flights or higher fare bundles like Starter Plus/Max, the combined weight limit can be 14kg, but always check your specific fare rules.
"2 bags at 23kg" means you are allowed two separate checked suitcases, with a maximum weight of 23 kilograms (about 50 lbs) for each bag, not 23kg total for both. You can pack each bag up to that 23kg limit, and they will be checked in, separate from your carry-on luggage, but you cannot combine them into one much heavier bag without incurring overweight fees.
You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.
While exact size restrictions vary slightly among airlines, generally, a carry-on bag measures around 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches. That often includes large backpacks, duffel bags and rolling carry-ons (but it's wise to measure your bag and compare it with your airline's size restrictions).
All airlines have both size and weight restrictions for carry-on luggage. It's unlikely your carry-on bag will be weighed at the airport, but it does happen. More often you'll be asked to measure it. If your bag is too big, you'll likely have to check it.
Is a Laptop Included in 7kg Hand Luggage on Jetstar? A laptop is allowed as part of the 7-kilogram hand baggage allowance. Everything you bring on board, including electronic devices like computers, cannot weigh more than 7 kg in total.
If your bag is over 23kg (50lbs) but under 32kg (70lbs), you'll likely pay an overweight fee, as airlines charge extra for heavy items to protect baggage handlers, but it's usually allowed as long as it's under the 32kg limit; however, bags over 32kg (70lbs) often aren't permitted as checked luggage and must go via cargo, so check your airline's specific rules, as costs and policies vary.
Counted in 7kg or its excluded. Confusing info online around 2nd item, small item etc etc. Thanks. Laptop, ipad they are all included in your carry on .
When you fly in Economy (excluding Economy Light), some routes include a generous two bag allowance as standard. That means you can check in two bags at no extra cost when travelling on these routes.
In most cases, you can fit 6–8 outfits into a cabin bag 7kg, depending on the fabrics. Lightweight summer pieces take up less room, while winter clothes need careful planning.
How many mililiter perfume is allowed in carry-on luggage? You can take perfume up to a maximum volume of 100 ml in your carry-on luggage. Pack them in a transparent plastic bag so that they can be removed quickly and conveniently from your hand luggage during security control.
India's Bureau of Civil Aviation Security introduces a new 'one cabin bag' rule starting May 2024, to boost airport security and streamline operations. Passengers are limited to a single 7 kg hand luggage with specific dimensions.