Aer Lingus

Checked Baggage

Concept

dual system - European flights use a weight concept (Saver/Plus/Advantage/AerSpace fares); transatlantic flights use a piece concept (Saver/Smart/Flex/Business fares). Same fare name means different things on each network.

Economy Class

Europe: Saver 0kg included (buy separately, up to 40kg across 2 bags); Plus/Advantage 20kg included. Transatlantic: Saver 0 bags; Smart/Flex 1 bag up to 23kg.

Premium Economy

Aer Lingus does not operate a distinct Premium Economy cabin.

Business Class

AerSpace (Business): higher weight allowance in Europe; 2 bags up to 23kg each on transatlantic routes.

First Class

Aer Lingus does not operate a First Class cabin - AerSpace/Business is the top tier.

Cabin Baggage

Economy Class

1 cabin bag up to 55x40x24cm (22x16x9in), 10kg (22lb) - harmonized across mainline and Aer Lingus Regional (Emerald Airlines) flights since March 3, 2026 - plus 1 personal item approx. 40x30x20cm. On European Saver, the cabin bag can be checked free but costs approx. EUR9.99 online (EUR35 at the gate) to bring into the cabin; free onboard on transatlantic/regional and higher European fares.

Business And First Class

Same cabin bag and personal item allowance as Economy.

Special Items

Infants

Transatlantic only: 1 free 10kg (22lb) checked bag for infants under 2. European flights: no checked allowance for infants. A collapsible buggy can be carried onboard on both networks in addition to the standard allowance.

Sports Equipment

Transatlantic (Smart/Flex/Business): 1 standard piece of sports equipment (up to 23kg) travels free as part of the checked allowance; Business carries it free regardless. Europe: 1 item per person, up to 23kg, approx. EUR40 each way.

Note

Overweight: EUR10/kg over pre-booked limit (Europe); flat EUR75/USD100/GBP68 for 23.1-32kg (transatlantic). Max any bag 32kg (70lb). AerClub Silver/Platinum/Concierge get the cabin bag free onboard on any fare. Last verified: August 30, 2026.