Baggage Info

Carry-On Baggage

Most airlines allow one carry-on bag and one personal item (such as a laptop bag or small backpack) in the cabin at no extra charge. Standard carry-on dimensions are typically 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 inches), though this varies by airline. The maximum weight for carry-on bags is usually between 7 kg and 10 kg depending on the carrier and cabin class.

Budget airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air have stricter carry-on policies and may charge for bags that exceed their free personal item allowance. Always check the specific airline's baggage policy before your flight, as rules can differ even within the same booking if your itinerary involves multiple carriers.

Checked Baggage Allowances

Checked baggage allowances depend on the airline, route, fare class, and frequent flyer status. Economy fares on short-haul routes often include no checked baggage, while long-haul economy fares typically include one bag of 23 kg (50 lbs). Business and first class fares generally include two checked bags of 32 kg (70 lbs) each.

The baggage allowance included in your fare is displayed on the flight selection page and in your booking confirmation. If your fare does not include checked baggage, you can purchase a baggage allowance directly with the airline after booking — this is usually cheaper than paying at the airport check-in desk.

For itineraries involving multiple airlines or codeshare flights, the baggage allowance of the operating carrier applies for each individual flight segment. Connecting itineraries on a single ticket may have a unified baggage allowance — check your e-ticket for details.

Excess Baggage Fees

Bags that exceed the included weight or size allowance are subject to excess baggage fees, which are charged by the airline at check-in. These fees vary widely — from $15 per kg on some carriers to flat fees of $100 or more per additional bag on others. Fees are typically higher when paid at the airport than when pre-purchased online.

To avoid excess baggage fees, weigh your bags before leaving for the airport and purchase any additional allowance you need directly through the airline's website or app after receiving your booking confirmation. bitvoyago.com does not currently offer the ability to add baggage allowances post-booking, but we are working to introduce this feature.

Special Items and Sports Equipment

Oversized or special items such as bicycles, surfboards, golf clubs, skis, musical instruments, and prams are subject to specific handling rules and fees that vary by airline. Most airlines require advance notice for special items and will not accept them if not pre-registered. Contact the airline directly after booking to arrange transportation of special items.

Musical instruments that fit within carry-on dimensions can generally be brought into the cabin. Larger instruments may need to be checked or may require the purchase of an additional seat. Fragile or high-value items should be declared at check-in and may be subject to liability limitations under the Montreal Convention.

Prohibited Items

Certain items are prohibited from being carried in the cabin or in checked baggage for safety reasons. These include explosive materials, flammable liquids, compressed gases, lithium batteries above a certain capacity, and sharp objects in the cabin. Liquids in carry-on bags must be in containers of 100 ml or less and placed in a single transparent resealable bag.

Regulations on prohibited items are set by aviation authorities and may differ between countries. Always check the regulations of both your departure country and your destination country, as well as the specific airline's policies, before packing. bitvoyago.com is not responsible for items confiscated at security checkpoints.