So what is Virgin Australia carry-on luggage? and how strict they are with carry-on size and weight?
Understanding the airline luggage rules is important to avoid additional fees or the hassle of packing everything at the airport.
This detailed guide will go through the Virgin Australia baggage policies, and how to avoid any extra fees and charges to get the most out of your trip.
Let’s dive right in.
How strict is Virgin Australia carry-on luggage?
Virgin Australia cabin baggage allowance depends on your booking ticket and the class you are traveling. Please note, no additional carry-on baggage allowance is granted to Red or Silver Velocity members.
Economy, Economy X and Premium Economy guests can choose one of these luggage allowances as described in the photo above and in detailed below:
One standard piece 7 kgs total with the Maximum dimensions of 56 cm long, 36 cm wide, 23 cm deep
or Two small pieces 7kgs total with the Maximum dimensions of 48 cm long, 34 cm wide, 23 cm deep
Or one standard piece and one suit pack 7kgs total with the Maximum dimensions (standard piece): 56 cm long, 36 cm wide, 23 cm deep
Maximum dimensions (suit pack):
114 cm tall, 60 cm wide, 11 cm deep
Virgin Australia personal item
In addition of your carry on baggage, you can take on board one of the following personal items and free of charge:
- A laptop computer*, handbag, pocketbook or purse (of reasonable size)
- A wrap, a blanket, or an overcoat
- An umbrella or a walking stick
- A small camera or pair of binoculars
- A reasonable amount of reading matter
- A pair of crutches or prosthetic devices – for use, provided that the guest is dependent on them for mobility
Business class guests, Velocity Gold and Platinum members are entitled to have one of the following carry on luggage allowances:
One standard piece of 7kg with the Maximum dimensions:56cm long, 36cm wide, 23cm deep
Or two small pieces 7kg + 7kg
Maximum dimensions: 48cm long, 34cm wide, 23cm deep
Or one standard piece 7kg and one suit pack 7kg
Maximum dimensions (standard piece): 56cm long, 36cm wide, 23cm deep
Maximum dimensions (suit pack): 114cm tall, 60cm wide, 11cm deep
Virgin Australia personal item
In addition to the carry-on baggage allowance, one of the following personal items may be carried in the cabin:
- A laptop computer*, handbag, pocketbook or purse (of reasonable size)
- A wrap, a blanket, or an overcoat
- An umbrella or a walking stick
- A small camera or pair of binoculars
- A reasonable amount of reading matter
- A pair of crutches or prosthetic devices – for use, provided that the guest is dependent on them for mobility
Virgin Australia Checked baggage allowance
all classes include one checked baggage of 23 kg, plus more if you are flying international long haul, business class or with Velocity status
Domestic and International Short Haul
International Long Haul
Before you pack your checked baggage
No single item may exceed 32kg.See our Cargo services for heavier items.
Multiple items held together will not be accepted as a single piece of baggage.See Additional Baggage fees that may apply.
Checked baggage that is not traveling with a passenger will not be accepted. Unaccompanied baggage must be sent as Cargo.
Additional Baggage
In addition to your checked baggage fare allowance you can add a maximum of two pieces of baggage at 23 each per person before you arrive at the airport.
Domestic Additional Baggage Fees
maximum 23kg
An additional two bags may be purchased online or via the Guest Contact Centre. If you need more than two additional bags, you may purchase up to 9 bags at the airport, subject to availability.
| Online | Guest Contact Centre | At the Airport |
|---|---|---|
| $45 | $55 | $90 |
Virgin Australia international short haul Additional Baggage Fees
An additional two bags may be purchased online or via the Guest Contact Centre. If you need more than two additional bags, you may purchase up to 9 bags at the airport, subject to availability.
Additional Baggage Fees per piece (maximum 23kg)
For tickets issued on or after 7th May 2019
Overweight Baggage
If you are flying Economy or Premium Economy your bags exceed Virgin Australia checked baggage allowance weight; some overweight baggage fees will apply for any bag over 23kg up to 32kg. .
For items that exceed virgin size allowance please take a look at Oversize baggage and fragile items below.
Overweight Baggage fees : Domestic
An Overweight Baggage fee of $45 will apply to each piece of baggage weighing over 23kg (maximum 32kg).
Overweight Baggage Fees per piece (23kg to 32kg)
International long haul
Overweight Baggage Fees per piece (23kg to 32kg)
Oversized baggage : Domestic
- All your Oversized baggage will be checked in, if the item exceeds virgin weight allowance it will be subject to overweight baggage allowance, and an overweight baggage fee will apply.
- Each item should also not exceed 32 kg in weight. Items heavier than 32kg must be shipped as Freight.
- Wheelchair/mobility aids are carried free of charge – if required for personal use by a guest booked to travel on our service
Virgin Australia baggage restrictions
Dangerous items are goods that endanger Guests safety on board in the aircraft;the following are restrict on Virgin Australia Aircrafts:
Dangerous goods that are not permitted on Virgin Australia flights
please note that the following items are strictly forbidden on board Virgin Australia airlines aircraft:
- Battery operated small recreational vehicles such as self-balancing boards, hover board or wheels.
- Batteries that are damaged, distorted, leaking, showing signs of corrosion or identified as defective and recalled by a manufacturer are not permitted for carriage.
- Bleaching or peroxide powders and liquids
- Cigarette lighters with blue flame and cigar lighters.
- Coconut meat (Copra). Note: retail packaged coconut products are permitted.
- Disabling devices containing an irritant or incapacitating substance (e.g. mace, pepper spray).
- Engines (petrol or gas-powered equipment either new or used, such as chainsaws, lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, generators).
- Electro shock weapons (tasers).
- Explosives such as fireworks, flares, sparklers or party poppers.
- Fertilizers
- Fiberglass repair kits and resins
- Fire extinguishers
- Flammable aerosol cans (excluding toiletries).
- Flammable gas cylinders or cartridges.
- Flammable liquids such as petrol, paint, lighter fluid, thinners, lacquer or glues.
Read more about what to not pack in checked baggage in this detailed post.
Summary
Remember that Virgin Australia takes its size and weight restriction seriously.
So it is important to respect the carry on and checked luggage restrictions, for any airline.
Keeping within the weight and size limitations especially for carry on luggage will ensure that you have a hassle free trip.
We hope this helps
Happy travels
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