Virgin Atlantic Baggage Fees & Tips To Cover The Expenses

- UPDATED: April 26, 2021 |

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Virgin Atlantic’s baggage policies and fees are some of the clearest we’ve seen, which makes it a heck of a lot easier to determine your total luggage costs than with most other airlines!

Table of contents

Virgin Atlantic Carry-On Allowance
Virgin Atlantic Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional / Excess Baggage Fees
Can I Pre-pay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You For Checked Bag Fees
Exclusions & Waivers

Table of Contents

Virgin Atlantic Carry-On Allowance
Virgin Atlantic Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional / Excess Baggage Fees
Can I Pre-pay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You For Checked Bag Fees
Exclusions & Waivers

Virgin Atlantic Carry-On Allowance

1 personal item: FREE
1 standard carry-on bag: FREE (Economy Light, Economy Classic, & Premium Economy)
2 standard carry-on bags: FREE (Upper Class)

Size Restrictions

Personal: undisclosed
Standard: 9 x 14 x 22 inches (23 x 36 x 56 cm,) 22 pounds (10 kg) economy; 26 pounds (12 kg) individual and 35 pounds (16 kg) combined for upper class

Lap Infant Carry-On Policy

1 standard carry-on bag, 9 x 14 x 22 inches (23 x 36 x 56 cm,) up to 13 pounds (6 kg). The following foldable buggies are permitted in the cabin: GB Pocket, Britax Holiday, SIlver CrossJet, and BabyZen YoYo

Stroller Check Policy

Strollers can be checked in at the ticket counter or can be used up to the boarding gate. If being checked at the gate, the stroller will be put in the hold for the flight and will be ready for you outside of the aircraft doors (however, at some destinations you may have to reclaim it at the baggage hall, due to local customs restrictions).

Virgin Atlantic Checked Baggage Allowance

All checked bags must adhere to a max weight of 50 pounds (23 kg) for Economy and Premium Economy fares, 70 pounds (32 kg) for Upper-Class fares; must adhere to max linear dimensions of 35.5 x 29.5 x 16 inches (90 x 75 x 43 cm).

Economy Light: No checked baggage
Economy Classic/Delight: 1 bag included*
Premium Economy: 2 bags included
Upper Class: 2 bags included (3 bags for passengers that booked before 9 December 2019)

*In Economy, on flights to and from the UK to India, flights from the US & Canada to India, flights from the US to South Africa and flights from the UK & US to Lagos the allowance is two bags.

Additional / Excess Baggage Fees

Please note, Virgin Atlantic charges excess baggage fees on a per flight basis.

Economy Light:
1st additional bag: £45 / $60
2nd additional bag: £65 / $100
3+ additional bags: £140 / $200

Economy Classic/Delight
1st bag: included
2nd additional bag: £65 / $100
3+ additional bags: £140 / $200

Premium:
1st and 2nd bag: included
3+ additional bags: £140 / $200

Upper Class
1st and 2nd bag: included
3+ additional bags: £140 / $200

Excess fees for tickets purchased before 9 December 2019

Overweight Fee: £65 / $100
Oversized Fee: £65 / $100

Excess fees for tickets purchased after 9 December 2019

Overweight Fee: £200 / $300
Oversized Fee: £200 / $300

*If a bag is both overweight and oversized, both fees will apply.

Lap Infant Checked Bag Policy

Infants too young for their own seat on the aircraft (traveling on the lap of a parent or carer) can have one piece of hold baggage weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kg).

For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Virgin Atlantic’s policy here.

Can I Pre-pay for Baggage?

Virgin Atlantic does allow passengers the ability to pre-pay for luggage online or via their mobile app when you check-in from 24 hours before the flight departure.

Here are the ways you can pre-pay:

Check in for your flight on the Virgin Atlantic website via the ‘Check-in’ tab where you can add baggage
Download the Virgin Atlantic app to check-in and add baggage

Credit Cards That Reimburse You For Checked Bag Fees

Virgin Atlantic has a better-checked bag policy than most airlines, but if you need an additional checked bag, these 2 cards will reimburse you.

Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card - This no annual fee card comes with a 20,000 bonus mile offer after spending $500 in the first 3 months. When you use your card for travel purchases (e.g. baggage fees), use your miles to pay off all, or part of, your statement balance! We've highlighted 30+ benefits of the card.

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card - The "big brother" card to the VentureOne with a 60,000 bonus miles when you spend $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months. This card is full of benefits and perks and you can redeem your miles on travel (flights, hotels, even paying for baggage fees etc) or transfer your miles to over 15+ travel loyalty programs.

Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card - The newest card in the Capital One lineup with a welcome offer of 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening. Not only does the card come with up to $300 in statement credits when booking through Capital One Travel, you'll also get get 10,000 bonus miles (equal to $100 towards travel) every year, starting on your first anniversary.

Earn unlimited 10x miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and 5x miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel, plus unlimited 2x miles on all other purchases.

Exclusions & Waivers

Flying Club Gold members can check in an extra piece of luggage on all Virgin Atlantic operated flights for no extra charge, weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kg). It doesn’t matter which cabin you’re flying in.

To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.

Featured Image Credit: Shutterstock.com and Virgin Atlantic

Frequently asked questions

How much luggage can you take on Virgin Atlantic?

Flying Virgin Atlantic, Economy Classic/Delight passengers can bring 1 piece of checked baggage (50 pounds/23 kg) across most routes (2 bags for some destinations), Premium Economy can bring 2 bags (50 pounds/23 kg each) and Upper Class 3 bags (70 pounds/32 kg each). Customers who booked Virgin’s Economy Light fare will not receive any free checked baggage.

Can you take a handbag as well as hand luggage on Virgin Atlantic?

Yes, you can take 1 personal item such as a handbag and 1 standard carry-on bag when flying Virgin Atlantic in Economy or Premium. Passengers in Upper Class can bring 2 standard carry-on bags. The maximum size of a carry-on bag is 9 x 14 x 22 inches (23 x 36 x 56 cm).

How much does it cost to check a bag on Virgin Atlantic?

Outside of your baggage allowance with Virgin Atlantic, your first piece of extra baggage can be purchased for £45/$60 when you’ve booked Economy Light. For Economy Classic/Delight a 2nd piece of luggage can be purchased for £65/$100. Premium/Upper Class can purchase extra luggage from £140/$200.

What is the weight limit for Virgin Atlantic?

Virgin Atlantic’s checked baggage weight limits are 50 pounds (23 kg) for Economy & Premium Economy and 70 pounds (32 kg) for Upper Class. If your bag is overweight then Virgin will charge £65/$100 per bag and the same if your bag exceeds 35.4 x 29.5 x 17 inches (90 x 75 x 43 cm).

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107 comments

mikew April 2, 2019
If traveling on ‘Economy Light’ can you take hand luggage free to the USA?
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- Erin Miller April 2, 2019
  Hi Mike! Yes, Economy Light passengers are allowed one personal item and one carry-on item free of charge. We’ve updated our piece above to reflect the information… thanks so much for weighing in!
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  - Aldo Palacios June 27, 2019
    Hi Michelle,
    I am flying to Belgium on Virgin Atlantic with a connecting flight in London on British Airways. I am taking my road bike in a bike case, the dimensions are 50 x 34 1/4. I would like to know what it could cost? I am flying economy light. Will I have to pay two different fees?
    Thank you
    Aldo
    Reply
    - Catherine Luther June 28, 2019
      Hi Aldo,
      Did you book the entire journey on 1 ticket or as 2 separate tickets? Are you only taking the bike box or another piece of checked luggage as well?
      Reply
  - Queen November 6, 2019
    Hello. I am flying economy from the USA to Nigeria. I know I am allowed to check in 2 bags for free (23kg each). What would the cost of a third bag be?
    Thank you
    Reply
    - Catherine Luther November 7, 2019
      Hi Queen,
      The cost of the third bag would be $200.
      Reply
Michelle April 9, 2019
Hi, if you are flying Economy Light, is the baggage allowance you need to pay (ie.£45.00) for the 1st suitcase only one way? So it would be £90.00 for outward and return flight, or £45.00 for both?
Please confirm.
Many thanks
Michelle
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- Erin Miller April 9, 2019
  Hi Michelle, almost every airline charges baggage fees on a one-way basis. Meaning, you would pay £45 for the outbound flight and another £45 for the incoming flight, for a total of £90. Hope this helps!
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  - Patricia H November 30, 2021
    I am flying to the US from the UK. I bought the ticket through KLM but it is operated by Virgin Atlantic.
    I don’t know what type of economy ticket I have. In KLM I bought not the light but the standard economy that allows 1 case of 23 kilos and 12 kilos of hand luggage. I would like to take two 23 kilos of extra luggage. How much would I have to pay?
    Reply
    - Jarrod West December 7, 2021
      Hi Patricia,
      For this route, your you second checked bag should be $100, and your third checked bag should be $200, for a total of $300. Safe travels!
      Reply
naren April 11, 2019
I’m traveling from India to USA. How many checked bags are allowed for free?
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- Catherine Luther April 12, 2019
  Hi Naren,
  Flights from India to the US are permitted an additional checked bag for Economy or Premium Economy passengers (as long as there is not a stopover of more than 24 hours between flights). Therefore, Economy passengers (Classic or Delight) are permitted to bring a total of 2 checked bags and Premium passengers can bring a total of 3 checked bags.
  Reply
  - Prachi November 26, 2019
    I am traveling from India to the USA. I know 2 checked bags of 23 kg is allowed. If my checked luggage is overweight by 1-2 kg, how much will I have to pay?
    Reply
    - Jarrod West November 27, 2019
      Hi Prachi,
      The overweight baggage charge with Virgin Atlantic should be $100. Thanks for reading!
      Reply
Sam April 15, 2019
If I am traveling from the UK to South Africa, can I take two checked bags?
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- Erin Miller April 16, 2019
  Hi Sam, what cabin class are you flying?
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  - Sangeeta Sharma November 5, 2019
    Hi
    I booked Virgin Atlantic from Dublin to New Delhi For 1 Adult and 1 child
    On the ticket, it says bags departure 2, returns 2.
    What does that mean please
    If I am not wrong, does this mean 2 checked in bag for each person and 1 cabin bag and 1 hand bag?
    Or what?
    Thanks
    Reply
    - Catherine Luther November 5, 2019
      Hi Sangeeta,
      This will likely mean 2 checked bags per passenger as Virgin Atlantic allows 2 bags from the UK to India (and I assume you’ll be connecting at London Heathrow from Dublin). However, as we’re not Virgin Atlantic we cannot confirm this for you 100% so you will need to contact the airline.
      Reply
Mary Whitehead April 26, 2019
We are traveling from USA to the UK on Virgin. Is it cheaper to check in excess baggage online before we travel or not?
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- Erin Miller April 26, 2019
  Hi Mary, Virgin doesn’t report a difference in fees whether you pay for your luggage in advance or at the airport – costs should be the same either way. If anything, pre-paying may just save you some time and stress.
  Reply
  - saifullah August 21, 2019
    Hello. I will travel from UK to USA and I booked a economy light ticket. Am I allowed a free checked in bag or do I have to pay for it?
    Reply
    - Catherine Luther August 22, 2019
      Hi Saifullah,
      Economy Light tickets do not include any checked luggage so you will need to purchase this separately. The first bag on an economy light ticket costs £45 / $60.
      Reply
- Rishabh narula July 13, 2019
  I am traveling from India to Boston, via London, my carry on luggage is Skybag Tropper hard luggage. As mentioned the allowed dimensions for carry on bag is 56*36*23 cm, but the sky bag dimensions are 55*38*21 cm, is this a problem 2 cm larger.
  Reply
  - Catherine Luther July 15, 2019
    Hi Rishabh,
    Any airline that imposes size restrictions for carry-on luggage may measure and reject a bag that exceeds these restrictions, so if you choose to take this bag, you would need to be prepared to check the item if requested.
    Reply
Sebastian Roldan April 27, 2019
Hi. Any idea if booking with Delta using an Amex Skymiles, will I be able to receive the first bag free allowance that Delta Skymiles Amex allows me? Thank You.
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- Christine Krzyszton April 29, 2019
  Hello Sebastian. I think you’re asking if you book a Delta ticket will you receive a free checked bag because you have the American Express Delta SkyMiles card? If so, the answer is yes. For more information on Delta baggage fees and tips, check out our article. https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/airlines/delta-baggage-fees-policy/ If you’re asking about booking a Virgin Atlantic flight (or partner airline flight) and getting a free checked bag by using your Delta SkyMiles Amex card, the answer is no, as codeshare flights are excluded for the free checked bag per the terms/conditions on the SkyMiles card.
  Reply
  - Emanuela November 1, 2020
    I recently (early October 2020) took a round-trip flight to London from New York through Delta, paid with Delta Skymiles American Express card. I chose the lowest fare classes for each leg, which don’t include a bag, assuming that the Cardmember benefit would cover it. The return flight from London was on Virgin Atlantic, and at check-in Virgin forced me to pay GBP46 for my checked bag, saying they don’t honor the card agreement. I was shocked and am currently contesting this with Delta.
    Reply
John Kochenower April 29, 2019
Do active duty military get free baggage?
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- Erin Miller April 29, 2019
  Hi John, we can’t confirm that Virgin Atlantic allows free baggage for active duty U.S. military. Generally, we’ve found that most U.S. based airlines DO offer this perk, but many international airlines do not.
  I personally can’t find any information about this from researching their website and baggage policies online, therefore I suggest calling Virgin Atlantic’s customer service line to confirm/deny. (1 (800) 862-8621 from the U.S.)
  Virgin Atlantic does have a page on Armed Forces Discounts but this appears to apply to the UK Armed Forces community which, if you’re a part of, would be worth looking into.
  Reply
Dianne May 5, 2019
Does anyone know the maximum weight and size allowed for a personal item on Virgin Atlantic to the UK, like a medium size tote bag. We are flying on Wednesday to the UK and I don’t want to have any problem going through security or at the gate😉
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- Erin Miller May 6, 2019
  Hi Dianne, most airlines (Virgin included) are pretty vague in terms of what constitutes a personal item. Virgin Atlantic does not list a size/weight restriction for a personal item and simply states under the heading ‘Additional Items You Can Take With You’: “Your handbag, small backpack/rucksack, pocketbook or purse, as you would normally use it (in other words, not just being used to contain items that would otherwise be regarded as baggage)”.
  Maybe some other readers have some advice, but when in doubt, I’d say call the airline’s customer service number. It’s unlikely they’ll be more helpful since they don’t actually like max weight/size online but you never know… sorry we can’t be of more help!
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Samita Aggarwal May 20, 2019
Hi, I just wanted to ask whether the provision of carrying checked in baggage is instated for a person flying through economy lite from India to the UK and vice versa?
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- Catherine Luther May 20, 2019
  Hi Samita,
  No checked baggage is included with an Economy Lite ticket to any destination. This would need to be purchased, with the 1st bag costing £45, 2nd bag £65, and any further bags costing £140 each.
  Reply
Mark Haley May 20, 2019
Hello,
I’m flying Virgin Atlantic from SFO to Milan July 3rd. I want to check my bike but I can’t find clear info on whether I can. From what I read it’s linear inches are larger than allowed. It measures 47 1/2 “ x 29 1/2” x 10” which equals 87”. Your max baggage limit says 80”.
I would imagine you take bike carry cases. It’s a plastic case that I would have my lightweight road bike in… thinking 35-40 lbs.
Thanks
Mark
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- Erin Miller May 21, 2019
  Hi Mark! This is the information Virgin Atlantic lists on their website regarding transporting sporting equipment, specifically bicycles:
  “If you’re planning a cycling trip and only your own ride will do, you’ll be glad to know you can bring your bicycle with you, as part of your baggage allowance – as long as it doesn’t weigh more than 23kg.
  This applies to non-motorised bicycles (including tandems), which should be transported in a protective box or bag – which you will need to provide yourself.
  You should also take the following measures to protect your trusty steed:
  Partially deflate the tyres to reduce the risk of damage.
  Turn the handlebars so they’re in line with the frame.
  Remove any attachments, including pedals.
  Ensure the gearing is especially well protected.
  Protect the frame with bubble wrap.
  As with all your luggage, we’ll treat your bicycle with lots of care, but note that we can’t consider compensation claims for cosmetic damage such as paint chips. We recommend you specifically insure your bicycle for extra peace of mind.
  Happy riding!”
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Ana Maria Rodrigues June 5, 2019
I bought a ticket from UK-US – US-MEX in upper class and I have been charged GBP 284,90 when it should be GBP 140,00 as per the information above.
Could you please explain to me why there is such a difference in the amount?
Does the amount vary either I buy the baggage in advance or buying before the actual flight?
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- Erin Miller June 7, 2019
  Hi Ana, Virgin Atlantic charges excess fees on a PER FLIGHT basis. So, if you have one flight UK to US then another flight US to MEX, that’s two flights so would be GBP 140×2… and then I’m assuming maybe the extra 4.90 is taxes?
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Lauren June 6, 2019
If you are flying on a non-direct flight in economy light do you pay £45 baggage fee for both of the flights or just pay the once?
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- Jarrod West June 6, 2019
  Hi Lauren,
  On a non-direct flight, you would only pay once.
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shradha June 14, 2019
Hi there, i need to take a large tent to Bali, it is approx 60 kg..how much would i need to pay to add this on my flight? Thank you
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- Catherine Luther June 15, 2019
  Hi Shradha,
  Virgin Atlantic will not accept a single piece of luggage that weighs more than 32kg so you will need to contact the airline to discuss your options for sending this as cargo.
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Alison June 15, 2019
Hi. My husband & I fly home with Virgin Atlantic on Monday. We’re in economy classic in the bubble & we flew out with the 23kg hold luggage each and the 10kg carry on each. We’ve bought gifts and personal items so we want to put another piece of luggage up to 23kg in hold (so 3 cases in total). Are we correct in thinking a third case will be free for Economy Classis or are we miss understand the above info and will need to pay an additional £65? Thank you.
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- Catherine Luther June 16, 2019
  Hi Alison,
  I don’t know where you’re flying back from but if it is any of the below routes, then your standard checked baggage allowance is 2 x 23kg bags (per passenger):
  UK or US – India
  UK or US – Lagos
  US – Johannesburg
  For any other routes you would need to purchase an additional bag for 65 GBP / 100 USD.
  Reply
Tristan June 26, 2019
Here is my situation,
I will be flying to Geneva from New York. My itinerary has a connecting fight in London and I will fly with British airways from London to Geneva.
I have to carry 2 guitars and 3 suitcases.
I read that I can carry a guitar as a carry on bag. Thus I was planning to check in my 3 suitcases + 1 guitar.
As I am flying in Economy Classic I already have a checked bag. This means that I have to buy 3 extra bags.
My estimated cost of extra bags is $500 (100 + 200 + 200).
Can you confirm that I can indeed proceed as follow?
The charges for additional baggage is PER FLIGHT. Does this means that I’ll have to pay $1000 because I have a connecting flight?
Thank you
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- Catherine Luther June 26, 2019
  Hi Tristan,
  Please be aware that we are not Virgin Atlantic – we are UpgradedPoints.com. Airlines have different policies for musical instruments so you would be best to contact both Virgin Atlantic and British Airways to confirm this.
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Michelle July 16, 2019
If I am flying to London on a premium flight, how much carry on baggage am I allowed?
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- Jarrod West July 16, 2019
  Hi Michelle,
  Are you flying Virgin Atlantic? If so, are you flying Premium Economy or Upper Class? If you’re flying Premium economy you may bring 1 carry on bag. If you’re flying Upper Class, you may bring 2 carry on bags.
  Thanks for reading!
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kim July 28, 2019
Hi, I will be traveling from London to Los Angeles and back from New York to Los Angeles on economy class. (Not specified which economy-booking being done through Jetabroad). Is check in luggage free or is it payable and if so, how much ?
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- Catherine Luther July 28, 2019
  Hi Kim,
  You’ll need to check with Jetabroad which Economy ticket has been booked for you as Economy Light does not include any checked luggage. Which airline are flying with from New York to Los Angeles?
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  - Tejal August 21, 2019
    I am traveling from London to India and three connective flights.
    Please could you tell me if I need change luggage myself or they’ll give me last stop.
    Reply
    - Catherine Luther August 22, 2019
      Hi Tejal,
      This can depend on the connecting airlines and destinations so you would be best to get in touch with Virgin Atlantic to confirm what the policies are for your connecting airports.
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Sumit September 6, 2019
Hi there,
I am flying UK to India in September.
And i have got 2 check in bags 23 kg as free allowance.
If i want to check in an additional 25 kg bag please let me know the fees for that.
Thanks
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- Catherine Luther September 6, 2019
  Hi Sumit,
  To check a 3rd bag, the cost would be £140 / $200 (23 kg). If your bag is 25 kg, then you would also incur an additional fee of 65 GBP / 100 USD.
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Luz Marina October 4, 2019
Hi, my brother is flying to London from USA (New Jersey) in economy light ticket could you tell us if there is a free hand luggage allowance?
Thanks
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- Jarrod West October 5, 2019
  Hi Luz,
  Economy light tickets can bring 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag weighing up to 12 kgs.
  Thanks for reading!
  Reply
Mala Srivastava October 5, 2019
I am booked to fly to London from New Delhi in mid-October, and back to Delhi in November. Just looking for confirmation that I can take two checked bags, each not more than 23 kg, and one carry-on of your
given specification, weighing up to 10 kg, and one lady’s bag, or a laptop bag.
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- Jarrod West October 5, 2019
  Hi Mala,
  If you are flying Premium Economy then yes, you can bring 2 checked bags up to 23kgs each. If you are flying in classic economy then you may only check 1 bag up to 23kgs.
  Thanks for reading!
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Sheena October 20, 2019
What is Virgin Atlantic baggage allowance for active duty military and dependents?
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- Catherine Luther October 21, 2019
  Hi Sheena,
  Virgin Atlantic doesn’t disclose any details about baggage allowance for active military. They do offer a military discount for members of the UK Armed Forces community who are registered with the Defence Discount Service. This applies for flights departing the UK only. You’ll need to contact Virgin to confirm any baggage allowance or perhaps one of our readers can help from their own experience.
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Anuja Gupta October 31, 2019
I am traveling from India to UK with economy classic. Can i bring 2*23(Kg) as checked in luggage and one laptop bag as carry on bag.
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- Catherine Luther November 1, 2019
  Hi Anuja,
  Passengers traveling between the UK and India are permitted to bring 2 x 23kg checked luggage. Your carry-on allowance is 1 standard carry-on (10kg) and 1 personal item, so a laptop bag would be fine.
  Reply
Jim November 24, 2019
Hey there,
I’m travelling from Dublin to Mumbai with my layover at London Heathrow. My flight from Dublin is with Aer Lingus and from London, it is with Virgin Atlantic. While I was told that my luggage would be directly transported to my final destination (Mumbai), does that mean the baggage allowance I have is the one provided by Virgin Atlantic? (2×23 kg check-in with one personal item and one hand luggage of 10kg)
I contacted Aer Lingus, but they asked me to contact Virgin Atlantic regarding baggage. Was just confused if I would qualify for the UK-India allowance.
Many thanks in advance!
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- Andrew Kunesh November 25, 2019
  Hey Jim! Good question — so long as all of your flights are on the same ticket, your baggage allowance on Aer Lingus should be the same as your Virgin Atlantic ticket.
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Hamza December 23, 2019
Hello,
I’m flying back to the UK in Premium Economy and I have one bag that likely weighs more than 23 kg. Do I have to bring another bag or will they allow one bag that weighs a bit more than 23kg?
Thanks!
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- Andrew Kunesh December 23, 2019
  Hey Hamza, good question. I recommend that you check with Virgin Atlantic on this one — it will likely be up to the gate agent. Per the rules though, you will likely be asked to pack two bags. Thanks!
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Cindy February 1, 2020
Hi there
I am flying Virgin economy class to Trinidad and Tobago
Besides my hand luggage and check in luggage I now have a package (box) containing a chocolate fountain – dimensions 82x66x34 cm weighing 12kg
How much will that cost please
Also, will I need to pay anything in Trinidad customs?
Thanks
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- Jarrod West February 4, 2020
  Hi Cindy,
  An extra checked bag should cost $100. In regards to any customs fees, I recommend you use the duty calculator on their website for the most accurate figure.
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Ian Tomie February 19, 2020
Hi
I’m travelling ‘economy light’ to the US next week. If I chose to add a checked bag (one way only) can I pay the £45 using my flying club air miles?
Thanks!
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- Catherine Luther February 21, 2020
  Hi Ian,
  I don’t think it’s possible to purchase baggage with miles. As we’re not Virgin Atlantic, it would be worth you giving the airline a call to confirm.
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  - Anilda Blom February 26, 2020
    Good day, my mom is traveling from Peth to Sydney Australia.
    How much luggage is she allowed?
    She is booked on Australia 562.
    Reply
    - Catherine Luther February 26, 2020
      Hi Anilda,
      For domestic flights with Virgin Australia, the baggage allowance is 1 x 23 kg bag.
      Reply
Bev February 26, 2020
Hi, we have booked a cruise and I am sure we are flying from Gatwick to Barbados with Virgin Atlantic. I’ve been told we can take 23kg luggage, but can we take 10kg hand luggage if they have booked us on the cheapest seat thanks.
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- Catherine Luther February 27, 2020
  Hi Bev,
  All passengers are allowed to bring carry-on. If they have booked you an economy light ticket then you wouldn’t be permitted any checked luggage and this would need to be purchased separately.
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Robin Currie March 6, 2020
Flying with Virgin, Premium Economy, London Gatwick to Jamaica in November. Any other extra charges for golf clubs, as well as normal luggage?
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- Catherine Luther March 9, 2020
  Hi Robin,
  Golf clubs may be checked within your free allowance if you choose to. With premium economy, passengers may check 2 x 23 kg bags. If you’re planning to bring your golf clubs in addition to your 2 checked bags, then this would incur a charge.
  Virgin Atlantic states that passengers may bring the following golf equipment within the free checked allowance:
  – One bag (containing a maximum of 14 clubs)
  – A dozen balls
  – One pair of golf shoes
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Max March 22, 2020
Does Virgin Atlantic have an overweight limit? Like how much over weight is overweight? I am flying economy classic. e.g if a bag is 42kg do you pay the fix overweight price of £65 or do they charge per kg??
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- Jarrod West March 22, 2020
  Hi Max,
  You should pay a flat £65 if your bag is overweight. Thanks for reading!
  Reply
Phil September 13, 2020
I’m flying Virgin Atlantic (economy classic) from London to HK and bought extra checked luggage for £65.
Can I distribute the weight so that the 1st checked luggage is 26kg and the 2nd checked luggage is 20kg?
Or is it each luggage must be under 23kg?
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- Jarrod West September 14, 2020
  Hi Phil,
  Each piece of luggage is required to be under 23kgs. Thanks for reading!
  Reply
Toinette Tobias September 19, 2020
I’m looking to purchase an extra bag for economy classic for a flight to South Africa. Are there any additional costs other than the £65 for the extra 23kg bag or does the £65 cover baggage handling fees etc.
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- Jarrod West September 21, 2020
  Hi Toinette,
  Yes, the £65 should be inclusive of all fees.
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Malvika Goyal September 23, 2020
I am traveling from India to the UK in economy classic. The baggage allowance is 2 bags of 23 kgs? Am I correct?
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- Jarrod West September 24, 2020
  Hi Malvika,
  For economy classic, only 1 checked bag weighing up to 23 kgs is included – not 2.
  Reply
Raphael November 15, 2020
I am traveling from Lagos Nigeria to London Heathrow, my luggage allowance is 23kg for two bags and hand luggage of 10kg because I’m flying economy premium, but instead of 23kg each I have 24k each, will I still be charged for the extra 4kg?
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- Jarrod West November 16, 2020
  Hi Raphael,
  Yes, if your bags are overweight you will be charged the overweight fee, which is $300 per bag.
  Reply
Cloudia November 17, 2020
I am flying from South Africa to Sweden and I need to transport 2 boxes (60x40x30, weighing approximately 15kg each). I will already have 2 checked bags as well as a hang luggage. Am I able to carry these boxes with me and if so will they be regarded as additional checked luggage?
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- Jarrod West November 19, 2020
  Hi Cloudia,
  Yes, you will be allowed to bring them, but they will be regarded as additional luggage.
  Reply
Alpa Ramesh Gori November 20, 2020
I am traveling to Dublin from India, with a layover in London. I opted for 2 checked bags weighing 23kg each.
My question is whether I can bring both a handbag and hand luggage?
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- Jarrod West November 20, 2020
  Hi Alpa,
  Yes, you can bring both a handbag as a personal item, along with your carry-on hand luggage.
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Celeste February 1, 2021
I’m flying from the UK to South Africa in economy with a 2year old. Is the carry on and checked bag 23kg each?
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- Jarrod West February 1, 2021
  Hi Celeste,
  Your carry-on can weigh up to 12 kgs and your checked bag can weigh up to 23 kgs. Safe travels!
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Toks February 1, 2021
I am traveling to Nigeria, I have 2 bags already but unfortunately, I have an extra bag of 10kg. I would like to know how much Virgin charges for this additional bag?
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- Jarrod West February 1, 2021
  Hi Toks,
  What cabin class are you flying in? Are the two bags you’re bringing both checked bags or is one a carry-on bag?
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Mian irfan February 10, 2021
I am traveling from Pakistan to London in economy class with my daughter. She is under 2 years old. So how many bags are allowed?
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- Jarrod West February 10, 2021
  Hi Mian,
  You’ll be allowed to bring 1 personal item, 1 carry-on bag weighing up to 22 pounds, and 1 checked bag weighing up to 50 pounds. Since your daughter is on a lap infant ticket you can bring 1 carry-on bag up to 13 pounds for her.
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Ganiyat Yaqoob Abiodun February 25, 2021
I want to know how much it costs to buy 23kg of luggage from the UK.
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- Jarrod West February 25, 2021
  Hi Ganiyat,
  Where will you be flying to?
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Tayo July 10, 2021
I would like to know how much is 23kg of extra luggage from London to Nigeria?
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- Jarrod West July 14, 2021
  Hi Tayo,
  The charge for an extra checked bag should be £65, or about $90.
  Reply
ahsan w malik September 1, 2021
I am flying from Pakistan to USA. How many checked baggage is allowed for this route?
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- Jarrod West September 1, 2021
  Hi Ashan,
  If you’ve purchased an economy classic ticket, you should be able to bring 1 checked bag weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kg).
  Reply
Manisha Sharma September 16, 2021
I am travelling from Mumbai to London in Economy class in next week, allowed 46 kg (2×23 Kg each). Can we pack one bag with 28 kg and another with 18 kg (total 46 kg)?
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- Jarrod West September 24, 2021
  Hi Manisha,
  Unfortunately not. All checked bags must adhere to a max weight of 50 pounds (23 kg) for Economy and Premium Economy fares.
  Reply
Tony January 4, 2022
I am flying in business class to Pakistan. Can I take three suitcases with a total weight of 64kg? I cannot get my items in two suitcases.
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- Jarrod West January 4, 2022
  Hi Tony,
  Please be advised that we are not Virgin Atlantic. That said, the stated limit is 2 checked bags for business class passengers, so I imagine that they would charge you for a 3rd bag. Safe travels!
  Reply
Godwin February 11, 2022
Please what is the maximum weight limit on hand luggage? Is there any charge for luggage over the limit by 1-2 kg? And are my allow to carry mobile phones on hand luggage?
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- Jarrod West February 14, 2022
  Hi Godwin,
  The weight limit is 22 pounds or 10 kg, and yes you should be able to bring mobile phones in your bag without issue.
  Reply

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