Ethiopian Airlines Carry-On & Personal Item Size (2025 Guide)

✅ Ethiopian Airlines allows Economy passengers 1 carry-on up to 22 × 16 × 9 inches (55 × 40 × 23 cm), maximum weight 15 lbs (7 kg).
Business Class (Cloud Nine): 2 carry-ons of the same size, combined max weight 33 lbs (15 kg).
All passengers may also bring 1 personal item such as a handbag, laptop, or briefcase.

Cabin ClassCarry-On Size (inches)Pieces AllowedWeight LimitPersonal Item
Economy22 × 16 × 9115 lbs (7 kg)Yes
Business22 × 16 × 9233 lbs (15 kg total)Yes

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure wheels and handles too.
  2. Economy: confirm 22 × 16 × 9 and under 7 kg.
  3. Business: both carry-ons together must be under 15 kg.
  4. Ensure personal item fits fully under the seat.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Economy passengers often caught by the strict 7 kg rule.
  • Business passengers get 2 bags, but combined weight is enforced.
  • Oversized or overweight carry-ons may be checked at boarding.

Sources

Ethiopian Airlines baggage policy