The Jet2 baggage allowance is the most generous of any UK budget airline. While Ryanair and easyJet have spent years reducing allowances, the Jet2 baggage allowance includes a proper hand luggage allowance and often a free checked bag. If you are flying from a regional UK airport to a holiday destination, Jet2 is often the least stressful option because of the Jet2 baggage allowance.
Here is exactly what you get with Jet2 baggage allowance in 2025.
Jet2 Baggage Allowance Summary
Ticket Type
Hand Luggage
Checked Bag
Jet2.com flight only
56 x 45 x 25 cm (10kg)
Not included
Jet2holidays package
56 x 45 x 25 cm (10kg)
22kg included
Jet2CityBreaks package
56 x 45 x 25 cm (10kg)
22kg included
The key distinction: flight only bookings do not include a checked bag, but package holidays (Jet2holidays) include 22kg per person.
Hand Luggage
Every Jet2 ticket includes one hand luggage bag.
Dimensions: 56 x 45 x 25 cm (including handles and wheels)
Weight: 10kg maximum
This is a full-size cabin bag — the same as British Airways allows. You can fit a proper carry-on suitcase, not just a backpack.
Small Personal Item
Jet2 also allows a small personal item in addition to your hand luggage:
- Handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack
- Must fit under the seat in front
This is genuinely two bags — hand luggage in the overhead bin, personal item under the seat. More generous than Ryanair or Wizz Air. See Jet2’s official baggage page for current policies.
Hand Luggage Tips
The 10kg weight limit is enforced. Staff weigh bags at the gate if they look heavy. I have seen passengers asked to move items to their checked bag or wear extra layers.
Use a soft bag if possible. Rigid cabin cases often weigh 2-3kg empty, leaving only 7-8kg for contents. A lightweight backpack or holdall gives you more usable weight. Amazon has lightweight cabin bags that meet Jet2 dimensions.
Jet2 Baggage Allowance: Checked Bags
This is where Jet2 differs from other budget airlines.
Flight Only Bookings
If you book just a flight on Jet2.com (not a package), checked bags are not included. You add them during booking:
Bag Size
Price (at booking)
Price (at airport)
22kg hold bag
£25-40
£50-75
Extra 22kg bag
£30-50
£50-75
Prices vary by route and season. Peak summer to Spain costs more than off-season to Portugal.
Jet2holidays Packages
Book a package holiday through Jet2holidays and you get:
- 22kg checked bag per person included
- Hand luggage as normal
- Return transfers in many cases
- ATOL protection
For families or couples, this usually works out cheaper than booking flights and hotels separately, and the baggage is already sorted.
Jet2CityBreaks
City break packages also include 22kg per person. These cover European cities like Amsterdam, Barcelona, Prague, and Rome.
Adding Extra Bags
You can add extra checked bags during booking or later in Manage My Booking:
Option
Weight
Typical Price
1st extra bag
22kg
£30-50
2nd extra bag
22kg
£35-55
3rd extra bag
22kg
£40-60
Maximum three checked bags per person. All bags have the same 22kg limit.
Overweight and Oversized Bags
Jet2 handles excess baggage at check-in:
Issue
Fee
Overweight bag (per kg over 22kg)
£13 per kg
Hand luggage overweight at gate
Move items or pay to check bag
Oversized checked bag
Contact Jet2 in advance
Maximum weight per single bag is 32kg. If your bag exceeds this, you need to repack into two bags.
Sharing Baggage Allowance
Travelling with others on the same booking? Jet2 allows some flexibility. If one person’s bag weighs 18kg and another’s weighs 26kg, the total is still 44kg across two 22kg allowances. Check-in staff usually accept this if you are checking in together.
This does not officially apply but works in practice. Do not rely on it for extreme differences.
Sports Equipment and Special Items
Jet2 charges for large or specialist items:
Item
Price (online)
Notes
Golf clubs
£35-50
Max 20kg in golf bag
Skis or snowboard
£45-55
Includes boots and poles
Bicycle
£50-60
Must be boxed or bagged
Surfboard
£45-55
Max 2m length
Pushchair/buggy
Free
Checked at gate
Book sports equipment online before your flight. Prices are higher at the airport and availability is limited on popular routes.
Pushchairs and car seats are free. You can take them to the aircraft door and collect them when you land.
Jet2 vs Other Airlines
Airline
Hand Luggage
Size
Weight
Free Checked Bag
Jet2
Yes
56 x 45 x 25 cm
10kg
With packages
British Airways
Yes + personal item
56 x 45 x 25 cm
23kg
Depends on fare
easyJet
Cabin bag
45 x 36 x 20 cm
No limit
No
Ryanair
Personal bag only
40 x 20 x 25 cm
No limit
No
Wizz Air
Personal bag only
40 x 30 x 20 cm
10kg
No
TUI
Yes
55 x 40 x 20 cm
10kg
With packages
Jet2 offers the best hand luggage allowance among UK budget airlines. The full-size cabin bag and personal item combination matches full-service carriers.
Where Jet2 Flies From
Jet2 operates from regional UK airports, which is part of its appeal if you do not live near London:
- Belfast International
- Birmingham
- Bristol
- East Midlands
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- Leeds Bradford
- London Stansted
- Manchester
- Newcastle
If your nearest airport is on this list, Jet2 is worth comparing against Ryanair or easyJet even if the base fare is slightly higher. The included baggage often makes the total cost similar.
Tips for Flying Jet2
1. Weigh your hand luggage. The 10kg limit is real. Pack a luggage scale.
2. Consider Jet2holidays for the included bag. Compare the package price against flight + hotel + baggage booked separately.
3. Book bags at booking time. It is always cheapest. Manage My Booking prices are higher, airport prices higher still.
4. Use the personal item allowance. A laptop bag or small backpack under the seat means more space in your main bag.
5. Check sports equipment prices early. Popular routes have limited slots for golf bags and bikes.
6. Share baggage allowance if travelling together. Book on the same reservation and check in together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is hand luggage included with all Jet2 flights?
Yes. Every ticket includes 10kg hand luggage (56 x 45 x 25 cm) plus a small personal item.
Do I get a free checked bag with Jet2?
Only if you book a Jet2holidays or Jet2CityBreaks package. Flight-only bookings do not include checked bags.
Can I take a cabin bag and a handbag?
Yes. Jet2 allows hand luggage plus a small personal item (handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack).
What if my hand luggage is over 10kg?
You will be asked to check it or move items to a checked bag. There is no gate fee, but you need to have hold bag allowance.
Does Jet2 weigh hand luggage?
Sometimes, especially if bags look heavy. It is not as strict as Ryanair but the limit is enforced.
Can I add a checked bag after booking?
Yes, through Manage My Booking. Prices are higher than at booking time.
Related
- Ryanair Cabin Bag Size and Baggage Allowance 2025
- easyJet Baggage Allowance 2025
- British Airways Baggage Allowance
- Luggage Scales
- Cabin Bag Backpacks
- Suitcase Sets
