Virgin Atlantic Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

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Purchase additional checked baggage during online check-in or at the airport. Prices vary by route zone and origin location. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Virgin Atlantic Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Piece-based; Economy Light has no free checked bag, Classic/Delight include 1 × 23 kg (2 × 23 kg on select Nigeria/Ghana/India/Lebanon routes); Key West (EYW) limited to 1 × 23 kg for all.

LabelAmountNotes
Economy Light — All routesNil
  • No free checked bag included on any Virgin Atlantic operated service.
  • If purchased, maximum 23 kg per bag and maximum 90 × 75 × 43 cm (35.5 × 29.5 × 16 in) per bag.
  • Flying Club Silver and Gold members entitled to 1 extra checked bag (up to 23 kg) on Virgin Atlantic operated flights — includes Economy Light where standard allowance is Nil.
  • Key West (EYW) exception: no free bag for Economy Light; applies even to Flying Club members.
Economy Classic — Standard routes1 × 23 kg
  • 1 bag included, maximum 23 kg per bag, maximum 90 × 75 × 43 cm (35.5 × 29.5 × 16 in) per bag.
  • On Routes with an Economy two-bag allowance (see separate item) this becomes 2 × 23 kg.
  • Flying Club Silver and Gold receive +1 extra checked bag (up to 23 kg) on Virgin Atlantic operated flights.
  • Children aged 2+ same allowance as adults; lap infants (without own seat) receive 1 checked bag per infant irrespective of cabin, except in Economy Light where lap-infant free bag is not included (may be purchased at 50 GBP / 75 USD per lap infant). Infants with own seat same as adult.
  • Key West (EYW) exception: limited to 1 × 23 kg; aircraft/runway restriction applies to all customers including Flying Club members.
Economy Delight — Standard routes1 × 23 kg
  • Same as Economy Classic: 1 bag, 23 kg each, 90 × 75 × 43 cm per bag.
  • Upgrades to 2 × 23 kg on Routes with two-bag allowance.
  • Flying Club Silver/Gold +1 extra bag (up to 23 kg) on Virgin Atlantic operated flights.
  • Key West (EYW) exception: limited to 1 × 23 kg for all, including members.
Economy Classic/Delight — Routes with two-bag allowance2 × 23 kg
  • Applies when flying Economy (excluding Economy Light) on: UK/Ireland–Nigeria, UK/Ireland–Ghana, UK/Ireland–India, USA/Canada–Nigeria*, USA/Canada–India, USA/Canada–Lebanon.
  • USA/Canada–Nigeria*: bookings made from 15 April 2026 travelling directly USA/Canada to Nigeria include 1 bag; bookings made prior to 15 April 2026 on this route still entitled to 2 bags.
  • If flight connects via London, 2-bag entitlement still applies.
  • Same per-bag limits: 23 kg each, 90 × 75 × 43 cm. Economy Light excluded even on these routes (remains Nil).
Economy Classic/Delight — Key West (EYW) exception1 × 23 kg
  • Flights to/from Key West (EYW) have lower baggage allowances due to aircraft and runway restrictions; applies to all customers including Flying Club members; if itinerary includes any Key West sector the lower limit applies.
  • Dimensions still 90 × 75 × 43 cm per bag.

Carry-on baggage

Same cabin-bag allowance for all Economy fare families (Light/Classic/Delight): 1 cabin bag up to 10 kg plus 1 under seat bag.

LabelAmountNotes
Cabin bag1 × 10 kg
  • Maximum 10 kg (22 lb), maximum 23 × 36 × 56 cm (9 × 14 × 22 in) per bag; must be placeable in overhead bin unaided.
  • Applies identically to Economy Light, Classic and Delight.
  • From 23 March 2026 bags over allowance may incur £65 charge and be placed in the hold.
  • Lap infants (0–23 months without own seat): 1 bag up to 6 kg (13 lb), same 23 × 36 × 56 cm dimensions; infants with own seat same as adult.
  • Pushchairs folded to max 23 × 36 × 56 cm permitted in cabin as hand baggage and count toward allowance; if not fitting sizer they are tagged and checked at check-in or gate.
Under seat bag1 bag
  • Maximum 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in); e.g. handbag, laptop bag or small rucksack; must fit under seat in front; applies to all cabins.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Virgin Atlantic

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to virginatlantic.com and click 'My booking'.
  2. Enter your booking reference and last name, or log in with your Virgin Atlantic account.
  3. Select your booking from the list.
  4. Choose to add extra baggage during online check-in or via manage booking.
  5. Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.

Prices

Flat-rate pricing per bag per direction. 3rd and 4th bags cost more. Fees charged in currency based on departure location.

LabelAmountNotes
1st and 2nd bagGBP 65 / USD 100
  • Per bag per direction. Price varies by route and origin location.
3rd and 4th bagGBP 140 / USD 200
  • Per bag per direction. Higher rate applies for additional bags beyond the first two.
Economy Light first bagGBP 65 / USD 100
  • Economy Light fares do not include any free checked baggage. Same pricing as standard extra bags.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. You can add extra bags during online check-in (opens 24 hours before departure) via virginatlantic.com or the Virgin Atlantic app.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Buy it during online check-in on virginatlantic.com, via the Virgin Atlantic app, or at the airport check-in counter. All channels have the same pricing.

When can I buy extra baggage?

Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 70 minutes before. Airport purchase is available at check-in.

How many extra bags can I buy?

Maximum 10 bags total per passenger (including free checked allowance). Each bag max 23 kg standard, 32 kg absolute maximum. Max dimensions 90 x 75 x 43 cm.

How does Virgin Atlantic calculate extra baggage charges?

Flat-rate pricing per bag per direction, with higher rates for 3rd and 4th bags. Fees are charged in the currency of the departure location (GBP, USD, CAD, or EUR).

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Overweight (23-32 kg): GBP 65/USD 100 per piece. Oversized (exceeding 90x75x43 cm): GBP 200/USD 300 per piece. Bags over 32 kg cannot be accepted as checked baggage.

Do partner-airline or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

Yes. For codeshare flights operated by partner airlines, contact the operating airline for baggage fees.

Are there any important exceptions?

Flying Club Silver and Gold members receive additional free baggage allowance. Economy Light fares do not include any free checked baggage.

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