The amount of hand luggage you can take with you will depend on the type of ticket you have booked. If your backpack is small enough to fit underneath the seat and the carry-on is big enough to be stowed in the overhead bin, you may be allowed to bring them. This is because Virgin Atlantic baggage policy carry on allows you to bring one bag and a personal item. In this HolidayGlobes blog, we will have a quick go-through of all the important things you should keep in mind about packing bags for Virgin Atlantic flights. That will certainly lessen the stress.
How Strict is Virgin Atlantic with Hand Luggage?
Virgin Atlantic will allow personal use items in the carry-on. But there are some TSA guidelines on packing liquids. Also, items that can be used as a weapon like scissors or razor are prohibited. Take a look at the items Virgin Atlantic allows for personal use.
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Handbag, small backpack/rucksack, pocketbook or purse.
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Your overcoat or wrap.
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Your umbrella or walking stick (these cannot be pointed or sharp).
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A small camera and/or pair of binoculars.
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A reasonable amount of reading matter for the flight.
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An infant’s food (for consumption on the flight).
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A small amount of duty-free goods.
Baggage allowance in the cabin may differ on a few flights. You can call the airline at 0344 209 2722 to know how much you are allowed to bring. Our HolidayGlobes executives are hands-on with Virgin Atlantic baggage policy. You can call us at 020-3657-6653 to understand your cabin baggage allowance.
How much Baggage is Allowed in Virgin Atlantic?
Every passenger can travel with a carryon bag and a personal item. The size of the carry-on should not be more than 23 x 36 x 56cm in dimension. Anything beyond this will be allowed on board only if the type of ticket allows you. Here is a look at how passengers can travel conveniently on Virgin Atlantic.
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Economy and Premium - You can take one piece of hand baggage weighing up to 10kg (or 22lb).
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Upper class - You can take up to 2 pieces of hand baggage, weighing up to 12 kg for one bag or up to 16 kg (combined weight).
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Children’s baggage allowance - Babies and toddlers aged 0-23 months are entitled to one bag each weighing up to 6kg (or 13lb).
Is Virgin Atlantic Strict with Carry-on Size?
Are you travelling with garments like wedding dresses and suits? These are indeed bulky. But Air France will allow them on the flight with a few conditions.
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A garment bag can be brought in the Economy and Premium cabin as long as its dimensions and weight are permissible.
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A garment bag up to 20 cm thick is permitted in Upper class as long as it weighs less than 12 kg.
How much Luggage is allowed in International Flights?
Economy Light has the least Virgin Atlantic baggage allowance International. Passengers with Economy light tickets can add up to 2 bags by paying charges. If you have a Flying Club membership in gold or silver tier, you can check in an extra piece of baggage weighing up to 23 kg on all Virgin Atlantic-operated flights for no extra charge. Flying Club is the loyalty program of the airline. It doesn’t matter which cabin you’re flying in. Here is a look at the baggage allowance for other passengers.
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Economy Classic and Delight - 1 checked bag of 23 kg.
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Premium - 2 checked bags of 23 kg each.
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Upper Class - 2 checked bags of 32 kg each.
Any hand luggage that exceeds the size limits or weight limits laid down by Air France, will require you to check it. You can call the airline at 0344 209 2722 to know if your carry on will have to be checked. Our HolidayGlobes executives available at 020-3657-6653 can also guide you with your baggage requirements.