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Last updated October 2026

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Virgin Australia cabin bag rules

Lifted Economy to 8 kg in 2026 and published a real under-seat size.

Rules last checked October 2026

Overhead locker56 x 36 x 23 cm
Under the seat45 x 33 x 20 cm
Weight8 kg
Bags on our list that fit19 of 20

The allowance in plain English

Economy since 2 February 2026. Economy X, Business and Velocity Gold+ get 14 kg combined.

If the bag fails the check

Gate staff can send oversized carry-on to the hold and charge an excess fee. Pre-purchasing checked baggage online is cheaper than paying at the airport.

Packing tips for Virgin Australia

  • The 45 x 33 x 20 cm personal item is one of the most generous in Australia: a proper daypack fits.
  • No single bag may exceed 8 kg, even on the 14 kg combined allowance.
  • Older blog posts still quote 7 kg; flights before 2 February 2026 used the old rule.

How to measure a packed bag · Liquid rules

Rules last checked October 2026 against Virgin Australia's own baggage page. Fare type, route and status can change your allowance, so confirm in your booking.

Official source: check the latest rules directly with the airline before you fly.

Virgin Australia carry-on rules Virgin Australia website

Overhead bags that fit Virgin Australia

Within 56 x 36 x 23 cm on every side, longest edge to longest limit.

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US$39.98 / Amazon.com ≈ A$57 est.
(4.8) View at Amazon
US$28.49 / Amazon.com ≈ A$41 est.
(4.7) View at Amazon
US$19.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$29 est.
(4.7) View at Amazon
US$19.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$29 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$26.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$39 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$14.97 / Amazon.com ≈ A$21 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$53.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$77 est.
(4.5) View at Amazon
US$63.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$92 est.
(4.5) View at Amazon
US$59.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$86 est.
(4.4) View at Amazon

Under-seat bags that fit Virgin Australia

Within 45 x 33 x 20 cm.

US$108.21 / Amazon.com ≈ A$155 est.
(4.8) View at Amazon
US$29.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$43 est.
(4.7) View at Amazon
US$13.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$20 est.
(4.7) View at Amazon
US$56.68 / Amazon.com ≈ A$81 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$18.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$27 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$24.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$36 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$36.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$53 est.
(4.6) View at Amazon
US$19.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$29 est.
(4.5) View at Amazon
US$51.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$74 est.
(4.4) View at Amazon
US$12.99 / Amazon.com ≈ A$19 est.
(4.4) View at Amazon
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estimate. Amazon.com charges in US dollars; the final A$ amount depends on your bank's exchange rate and fees, plus any shipping and import charges shown at checkout.

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Price and rating as last checked on Amazon.com. Always confirm size and price on Amazon before buying.