Austrian Airlines hand luggage and carry-on allowance
Austrian Airlines allows one cabin bag, also called hand luggage or a carry-on, of 55 x 40 x 23 cm (about 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in) weighing up to 8 kg. Check your own bag against it below.
Small bag — Personal item
Cabin bag — Carry-on baggage
Austrian Airlines hand luggage and carry-on rules
- Economy Basic (short/medium-haul): 1 personal item only.
- Economy Light, Comfort and Flex (short/medium-haul): 1 personal item + 1 carry-on bag.
- Long-haul Economy and Premium Economy: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on bag.
- Business (short/medium-haul) and Business/First (long-haul): 1 personal item + 2 carry-on bags.
- A folding garment bag of max. 57 x 54 x 15 cm and 8 kg counts within the allowance.
- Duty-free purchases must fit within the permitted carry-on allowance.
- One baby bassinet or child seat per infant is carried free of charge.
- No weight limit is published for the personal item.
Liquids
Containers with liquids and gel-like products may hold up to 100 millilitres each and must be carried in a transparent, resealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity of 1 litre.
Source: Information about carry-on baggage | Austrian Airlines. Checked 20 September 2026.
Remember that the liquids rule that applies to you is set by the airport you fly from, not the airline. Check your departure airport before you pack.
Frequently asked questions
What size is Austrian Airlines hand luggage?
Austrian Airlines's cabin bag allowance is 55 x 40 x 23 cm, up to 8 kg.
What is the free under-seat bag size on Austrian Airlines?
The small bag allowance is 40 x 30 x 15 cm, and it is included in the fare.
What is the Austrian Airlines carry-on size?
The Austrian Airlines carry-on (hand luggage or cabin bag) size limit is 55 x 40 x 23 cm, about 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 inches.
Is hand luggage the same as carry-on on Austrian Airlines?
Yes. Hand luggage, cabin baggage and carry-on all mean the bag you take into the cabin. See the size and weight limits above for Austrian Airlines.