Carry-on baggage allowances

All guests travelling on Virgin Australia operated flights are permitted a carry-on baggage allowance based on cabin class and Velocity Tier.

Choose one of three Carry-on bag options:

Graphic of a suitcase labelled 7kg for economy single standard piece

One standard piece 7kg total

Maximum dimensions:


56cm x 36cm x 23cm

Graphic of two small backpacks labelled 7kg in total for economy two small pieces

Two small pieces 7kg total

Maximum dimensions:


48cm x 34cm x 23cm

Graphic of a small suitcase and a suit pack labelled 7kg in total for economy two small pieces

One standard piece & one suit pack 7kg total

Maximum dimensions:


Standard piece 56cm x 36cm x 23cm
Suit pack 114cm x 60cm x 11cm

Plus, bring a personal item

Carry-on 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 a 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.

Choose one of three Carry-on bag options:

All guests travelling on F100 aircraft and all Alliance Airlines or Link Airways operated flights receive the Economy guest allowance.

Graphic of a suitcase labelled 7kg for business single standard piece

One standard piece 7kg total

Maximum dimensions:


56cm x 36cm x 23cm

Graphic of two small backpacks labelled 7kg each for business class two small pieces

Two small pieces 7kg + 7kg

Maximum dimensions:


48cm x 34cm x 23cm

Graphic of a small suitcase and a suit pack labelled 7kg each for business class two small pieces

One standard piece and one suit pack 7kg + 7kg

Maximum dimensions:


Standard piece 56cm x 36cm x 23cm
Suit pack 114cm x 60cm x 11cm

Please note, no additional carry-on baggage allowance is granted to Red or Silver Velocity members.

Plus, bring a personal item

Carry-on 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 

Security screening

Battery packs and laptops

If you’re travelling with power banks, laptops, drones, e-cigarettes, and spare batteries, please ensure they are packed into your carry-on baggage. Refer to dangerous goods for more information.

Powders, liquids, aerosols and gels

Flights within Australia are not subject to restrictions on how much powder, liquid, aerosols and gels you can carry onboard.

For international flights, guests are permitted to carry liquids, aerosols, and/or gels (with caps) in containers with a maximum capacity of 100ml each.

Refer to Powders, Liquids, Aerosols and Gels Restrictions for more information.

Carry-on items allowed

  • Aerosols with fitted cap, or locking device (under 100ml for international flights)
  • e-Cigarettes, personal vaping devices
  • Fork with square-ended or round-ended tines and a non-detachable handle that is round-ended
  • Blunt-ended or round-ended scissors with blades less than 6cm long
  • Knitting and crochet needles
  • Disposable or safety razors

Carry-on items not allowed

  • Knives (including pocket and Stanley knives)
  • Tape (items capable of being used to restrain a person)
  • Aerosol without lid or locking device
  • Tools (Multi-tool)
  • Pointed metal scissors, manicure scissors and scissors with blades more than 6cm long.

Due to the number of items passing through security, it is not possible to list them all. Security screening officers are responsible for ensuring security standards are met and have the final say about what items are permitted.

Travelling Guidelines for Restricted Items

Other carry-on items

Why there are carry-on limits

Carry-on baggage limits exist due to the limited space in the aircraft cabin, as well as the importance we place on the comfort and safety of our guests and crew.

Carry-on baggage that exceeds these weight or size limits pose a safety risk and may cause injury to our guests or crew. These items are not permitted in the aircraft cabin and will need to be checked into the aircraft’s hold by our team at the boarding gate. On arrival, these items will be available for collection at the baggage carousel in the arrivals hall. Additional charges may apply.

If your carry-on baggage exceeds the permitted size and/or weight, we recommend relocating items to your checked baggage, or pre-purchasing additional checked baggage online.

Note: If the aircraft cabin has insufficient space for guest baggage, cabin crew may request guests to check their carry-on luggage.

View checked baggage allowances