Aegean Airlines Baggage Allowance: Carry-On, Checked Bags & Fees

Aegean Airlines (IATA: A3) operates a tiered baggage system governed by fare families (Economy Light, Flex, Family, ComfortFlex, and Business) and aircraft type. Economy Light tickets permit only one cabin item (either an 8 kg carry-on bag or a small personal item) and no free checked baggage. Flex and Family fares add a separate personal item, ComfortFlex includes one checked bag up to 23 kg, and Business Class provides two 32 kg checked bags alongside two cabin pieces (or an expanded 13 kg allowance).

Baggage allowances can vary significantly by fare class, cabin, route (such as Saudi Arabia departures), ticket issuer, Star Alliance frequent-flyer status, operating aircraft (Airbus narrowbody vs. Olympic Air turboprop), and partner/codeshare itineraries. Allowance may vary by itinerary and fare. Check the baggage allowance shown on your booking confirmation or the airline's official baggage calculator before travel.

Aegean Airlines Baggage Allowance at a Glance

Aegean Airlines Carry-On Baggage Allowance

Aegean’s cabin baggage policy depends directly on your fare family and the aircraft operating your sector:

• Economy Light: You are permitted one piece of hand luggage: either one carry-on bag up to 8 kg OR one personal item that must fit beneath the seat in front of you. Bringing both requires upgrading your fare or paying an excess gate charge.
• Economy Flex, Family & ComfortFlex: You may bring one carry-on bag (maximum 8 kg) and one personal item (purse, small backpack, or laptop bag).
• Business Class: Passengers may bring two carry-on pieces (one up to 13 kg and an additional bag up to 8 kg) or one 13 kg piece plus a personal item, depending on cabin configuration and aircraft dimensions.

Maximum Cabin Dimensions:

• Airbus Fleet (A320/A321 series): Standard carry-on dimensions must not exceed 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in), including wheels and handles.
• Olympic Air Fleet (ATR 72-600 / Turboprops): Due to narrower overhead bins on regional turboprop aircraft, carry-on bags cannot exceed 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.6 × 15.7 × 9 in).

[!NOTE] Gate Restrictions: If cabin lockers are full on busy flights, ground crew may request that standard carry-on bags be gate-checked into the hold. On Light fares, if your bag meets the 8 kg limit and dimensions, this gate-check is complimentary.

Aegean Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance

Aegean Airlines operates strictly under the piece concept for checked baggage across its European and Mediterranean network. Every checked piece must conform to maximum linear dimensions of 158 cm (62 in) (Length + Width + Height).

• Weight per Bag: Standard Economy checked baggage carries an individual weight ceiling of 23 kg (50 lbs). Business Class checked bags have an individual limit of 32 kg (70 lbs).
• No Combining Allowances: If traveling with multiple pieces, weight cannot be averaged across bags (e.g., in Business Class, you cannot carry one 36 kg bag and one 28 kg bag; each piece must individually stay at or below 32 kg).
• Piece Concept Limits: Any single item exceeding 32 kg is refused as passenger baggage and must be consigned separately through air cargo.

Baggage Allowance by Fare Type

Baggage Allowance by Cabin Class

• Economy Class: Depending on the fare bundle (Light/Flex vs. ComfortFlex/Family), allowance ranges from 0 to 1 checked bag up to 23 kg (158 cm max dimensions), plus 8 kg cabin baggage.
• Business Class: All Business Class tickets include two checked bags up to 32 kg each (64 kg total hold allowance) and up to two cabin bags (or one 13 kg bag plus a personal item).
• Premium Economy / First Class: Aegean Airlines does not operate dedicated Premium Economy or First Class cabins; international and domestic services utilize short-haul European Business Class and Economy.

Baggage Allowance by Route or Destination

While most flights throughout Greece, Europe, and the Middle East follow standard fare bundle rules, specific regional exceptions apply:

• Flights to/from Saudi Arabia (e.g., Riyadh, Jeddah): Checked allowances differ from European piece rules. Economy class passengers receive 1 checked piece up to 30 kg, while Business Class passengers receive 2 pieces up to 20 kg each (40 kg total hold allowance).
• Domestic Island Routes: On domestic sectors operated by Olympic Air turboprops, weight and linear dimensions for cabin bags are strictly capped at 55 × 40 × 23 cm to fit cabin sizers.
• Miles+Bonus Gold & Star Alliance Gold: Elite members traveling across Aegean and Olympic Air networks receive one additional checked bag free of charge (1 bag up to 23 kg on Light/Flex; a 2nd bag up to 23 kg on ComfortFlex; or a 3rd bag up to 32 kg in Business Class).

Aegean Airlines Excess & Extra Baggage

Adding extra baggage or prepaying an allowance can be handled via the My Booking portal on aegeanair.com or within the Aegean mobile app.

• Online Discounts: Purchasing an additional 23 kg or 32 kg checked bag online before arriving at the airport saves up to 40%–50% compared to counter fees.
• Pricing Variations: Fees vary depending on travel route (Domestic Greece vs. Short International vs. Long International), booking window, and season. Standard online additions typically start from €15–€35 for domestic routes and €25–€60 for international routes, increasing significantly if purchased at the airport check-in desk or boarding gate.

[!NOTE] Baggage fees vary dynamically by route and date. For exact ancillary charges, travelers should consult the official Aegean Baggage Calculator or their reservation dashboard.

Overweight & Oversized Baggage

• Overweight Baggage (23 kg to 32 kg): If you hold an Economy ticket with a 23 kg allowance and your bag weighs between 23.1 kg and 32 kg, you will be charged an overweight baggage fee. Fees typically range from €15–€40 online or €25–€70 at airport counters depending on whether the route is domestic or international.
• Oversized Baggage: Standard baggage cannot exceed 158 cm (62 in) linear dimensions. Items exceeding 158 cm are classified as special baggage and subject to oversized handling fees (starting from €35 to €80 based on dimension tiers).
• Refusal Threshold (32 kg Rule): Aegean Airlines ground handlers will not accept any single piece of luggage weighing more than 32 kg (70 lbs) under any circumstances for health and safety reasons. Bags above 32 kg must be repacked across two cases or booked as cargo.

Personal Item Policy

• What Qualifies: One small handbag, slim laptop case, or compact personal backpack.
• Placement: The personal item must fit completely under the seat directly in front of you.
• Eligibility: Included automatically with Economy Flex, ComfortFlex, Family, and Business fares. On Economy Light fares, a personal item is only permitted if carried in place of your 8 kg overhead cabin bag.

Special Baggage

• Sports Equipment: Small sports gear (up to 15 kg and under 1.40 m) incurs an approximate €35 fee, medium gear (15–32 kg or 1.41–2 m) is €55, and large gear (over 2 m or up to 32 kg) is charged at €80. Specified categories like bicycles require protective cardboard boxing and pre-booking (€55 prepayment / €70 airport). Miles+Bonus Gold members can check one eligible golf bag free of charge.
• Musical Instruments: Small instruments fitting within cabin dimensions (56 × 45 × 25 cm, max 8 kg) can replace your carry-on bag. Larger instruments (such as cellos) require booking an extra passenger seat or being checked in hard protective cases.
• Mobility Equipment: Up to two wheelchairs or personal mobility aids per passenger are transported free of charge in the hold and do not count against standard baggage quotas. Advance notification (at least 48 hours) is required.
• Pets in Cabin / Hold: Small cats and dogs weighing up to 8 kg (including approved carrier) are permitted in the cabin for a fixed charge. Animals above 8 kg must travel in the cargo hold.

Infant & Child Baggage Allowance

Infants (Under 2 Years, Lap Seating):

• Cabin Allowance: One diaper bag or infant cabin piece up to 6 kg with dimensions not exceeding 55 × 40 × 23 cm.
• Checked Allowance: On ComfortFlex and Business fares, infants receive one checked bag (up to 23 kg in Economy or 32 kg in Business). Light and Flex fares do not include a separate infant checked bag.
• Strollers & Car Seats: All fare tiers permit one fully collapsible stroller or pram free of charge, which can be tagged at check-in and dropped at the aircraft door. Approved car seats may be used on board only if a separate paid seat has been booked for the infant.

Children (Ages 2 to 11):

Receive the standard adult cabin and checked baggage allowance corresponding to their booked fare family.

Prohibited & Restricted Items

To adhere to European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Greek civil aviation security directives:

• Lithium Batteries & Power Banks: Spare lithium batteries and external power banks are strictly forbidden in checked baggage and must be carried in cabin baggage. Power banks must not exceed 100 Wh (or 160 Wh with carrier approval).
• E-Cigarettes / Vapes: Must remain in cabin baggage on your person; charging or using e-cigarettes on board is strictly prohibited.
• Liquids, Aerosols & Gels (LAGs): On flights departing EU airports, liquids in carry-on bags must be in containers of 100 ml or less and packed inside one transparent, resealable 1-liter plastic bag.
• Smart Luggage: Bags with integrated power banks or tracking motors are accepted only if the battery pack is completely removable and taken into the passenger cabin.

For comprehensive hazardous materials guidelines, consult the official Aegean Dangerous Goods directory.

What Happens If Your Bag Is Over the Allowance?

• Overweight Bags (23–32 kg): Incur a flat overweight fee (€15 to €70 depending on sector and payment channel).
• Bags Over 32 kg: Refused at the counter; ground crew cannot legally lift them into baggage carts.
• Extra Unpaid Bags: Assessed as additional pieces at airport desk rates (up to €70+ per bag).
• Second Cabin Bag on Light Fares: Intercepted at security or the gate and checked into the hold with an airport gate surcharge (up to €40–€50).

How to Check Your Exact Baggage Allowance

To confirm your exact ticketed entitlement before heading to the airport:

1. Visit the official Aegean Airlines website (aegeanair.com) or launch the Aegean App.
2. Click My Booking in the main navigation menu.
3. Enter your 6-character Booking Reference (PNR) and passenger Last Name.
4. Open the itinerary dashboard to view your exact checked and cabin baggage allowance for every leg.
5. If additional baggage is required, add it at least 2 hours prior to flight departure to secure pre-purchase discounts.

Baggage Allowance on Codeshare or Connecting Flights

If your journey involves partner airlines (such as Star Alliance members Lufthansa, SWISS, or United Airlines) or regional codeshares:

• Operating Carrier Rules: Under IATA Resolution 302, carry-on allowances and cabin dimensions are determined strictly by the airline operating the specific flight segment. If connecting from an Aegean Airbus to an Olympic Air ATR turboprop, the smaller 55 × 40 × 23 cm limit applies on the regional flight.
• Most Significant Carrier (MSC): For checked baggage on interline itineraries ticketed under an Aegean ticket number (starting with 390), the allowance of the primary transoceanic or cross-border carrier generally dictates hold limits.
• Separate Tickets: If you purchased separate tickets on different airlines, you must collect your bags, exit to landside, and check in again according to the onward carrier’s baggage limits.

Related Travel & Airline Guides

• Aegean Airlines Overview & Fleet Information: General carrier overview, route network, and fleet details.
• Aegean Airlines Online Check-In Guide: Check-in opening times, mobile boarding passes, and airport quick-drop guidelines.
• Aegean Airlines Manage Booking: Direct guide on how to access reservations, rebook flights, and add baggage online.
• Aegean Airlines Seat Selection: Aircraft seat categories, seat selection fees, and extra legroom options.
• Aegean Airlines Customer Care: Baggage claims desk, Property Irregularity Report (PIR) tracing, and customer support.

External Official Sources

• Aegean Airlines Official Baggage Policy
• Aegean Airlines Special Baggage & Sports Equipment
• Aegean Airlines Cabin Baggage Dimensions & Limits
• Aegean Airlines Travelling with Infants & Children