Finnair hand luggage and carry-on allowance
Finnair 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). Check your own bag against it below.
Small bag — Small bag (under the seat)
Cabin bag — Carry-on bag
Finnair hand luggage and carry-on rules
- Weight is a combined allowance, not per bag: 8 kg total for small bag plus carry-on in Economy and Premium Economy; 12 kg total in Business.
- With Light, Classic and Flex tickets in all travel classes you may take one small bag (40 x 30 x 15 cm) plus one carry-on bag (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
- Economy Superlight includes only one small bag placed under the seat.
- All tax-free purchases count toward the carry-on allowance; tax-free goods with the receipt must stay sealed in an airport security bag.
- Infants without a reserved seat do not have their own carry-on baggage allowance.
- Finnair does not state whether the published dimensions include wheels and handles.
Liquids
Liquid containers in carry-on baggage are restricted to a maximum of 100 ml at all European airports, including Helsinki Airport.
Source: Carry-on baggage | Finnair United States. 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 Finnair hand luggage?
Finnair's cabin bag allowance is 55 x 40 x 23 cm.
What is the free under-seat bag size on Finnair?
The small bag allowance is 40 x 30 x 15 cm, and it is included in the fare.
What is the Finnair carry-on size?
The Finnair 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 Finnair?
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 Finnair.