Emirates vs Etihad Airways: hand luggage compared
Two airlines, two sets of rules. Here they are side by side.
Emirates vs Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is the more generous of the two: 56 x 36 x 23 cm against 55 x 38 x 22 cm on Emirates. A bag that fits Emirates will fit Etihad Airways.
| Emirates | Etihad Airways | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag size | 55 x 38 x 22 cm | 56 x 36 x 23 cm |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg | 7 kg |
| Cabin bag included? | Yes | Yes |
| Small bag size | not published | not published |
| Small bag included? | No | No |
Check your own bag against both
Both sets of figures come from the airlines' own websites and were checked on 20 September 2026. See the full rules for Emirates and Etihad Airways.