Do you get hand luggage with Air Arabia?

Free hand baggage allowance, when included in the fare option (Basic / Value / Extra), must not exceed 10 kgs per passenger with dimensions within 55 x 40 x 20 cms including the handle, pockets and wheels.



Yes, Air Arabia provides a complimentary hand luggage allowance for all passengers, but the rules are very specific compared to full-service carriers. As of 2026, you are allowed one piece of hand luggage with a maximum weight of 10 kg. The dimensions must not exceed 55cm x 40cm x 20cm (including handles, pockets, and wheels). In addition to this main bag, you are typically allowed a small personal item, such as a laptop bag, lady's handbag, or a small backpack, which must fit under the seat in front of you. It is important to note that Air Arabia is a low-cost carrier and is very strict about these limits; if your bag exceeds the weight or size at the gate, you will be charged a significant "excess baggage" fee, and the bag will be moved to the aircraft hold. To save money, it is always recommended to pre-book any "checked" baggage online before your flight, as buying extra allowance at the airport is significantly more expensive.

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Typically in economy, you can bring one carry-on and one personal item. If you bring two bags, one must fit underneath your seat and the other can go into the overhead bin. If you're flying in an upgraded class like business or first, you may be allowed an additional carry-on bag.

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That depends if you have several kg overweight and are asking for the price per kg or if you really just only have one single kg extra. For a singe kg above the limit you most probably will not get charged, especially not on a full service airline. There is usually a tolerance in the range of 2–3kg, sometimes up to 5.

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On-board Guidelines We ask that you please stow small personal items under the seat in front of you, keeping the overhead space free for 10kg/7kg carry-on bags. Loose items must be stowed securely for take off and landing as directed by the cabin crew.

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If +7 kg has sold out, your items are too heavy (over 14 kg ) or your items are too big, you'll need to purchase a checked baggage allowance and your baggage will be checked in.

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How if my hand baggage exceeds 7 kg in domestic? Well it gets pretty simple, if you go over 7KGs of allowed weight you have to either shift some luggage into your check-in bags. in case you are travelling on a hand luggage flight only then you will most probably pay for excess weight.

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How if my hand baggage exceeds 7 kg in domestic? Well it gets pretty simple, if you go over 7KGs of allowed weight you have to either shift some luggage into your check-in bags. in case you are travelling on a hand luggage flight only then you will most probably pay for excess weight.

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You can pre-book checked baggage allowance instantly online or by contacting our call center, visiting our sales offices or travel partners. The only baggage allowance available for purchase at the airport is 20 KG, additional weight will be subject to excess baggage rates.

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Hand luggage must not exceed 56cm x 45cm x 25cm and the small item must be no bigger than 40cm x 30cm x 15cm. Both items can weight up to 23kg each. If your hand baggage exceeds the limit, it will be checked into the hold.

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A backpack can be your carry on if it meets your airline's carry on size limits. A personal item is a smaller, secondary bag, which you'll stow under the seat in front of you. Read Carry Ons vs. Personal Items for more on the differences between the two.

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While this can be confusing, most popular airlines allow you to bring a carry-on and personal item, such as a backpack or purse. In general, your personal item should be smaller than your carry-on and under the specific airline's carry-on dimensions, allowing it to fit under the seat in front of you.

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The majority of airlines allow one piece per passenger plus a smaller piece (i.e. a handbag or laptop bag). However some budget airlines count a handbag as a piece of hand luggage so if you want to take both, you will need to pack your handbag or laptop bag inside until you have boarded.

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