Virgin Australia Carry-On & Personal Item Size (2025 Guide)

✅ Virgin Australia allows Economy passengers 1 carry-on up to 22 × 14 × 9 inches (56 × 36 × 23 cm) OR 2 smaller bags, combined weight 15 lbs (7 kg).
Business Class: 2 carry-ons of the same size, combined weight up to 30 lbs (14 kg).
All passengers may also bring 1 small personal item.

Cabin ClassCarry-On Size (inches)Pieces AllowedWeight LimitPersonal Item
Economy22 × 14 × 91 (or 2 smaller)15 lbs (7 kg total)Yes
Business22 × 14 × 9230 lbs (14 kg total)Yes

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure including wheels and handles.
  2. Economy: confirm under 22 × 14 × 9, or 2 smaller bags totaling 7 kg.
  3. Business: confirm both bags together weigh under 14 kg.
  4. Ensure personal item fits under the seat.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Domestic flights sometimes have less strict enforcement, but international routes are tighter.
  • Economy passengers often try 2 bags — both together must stay under 7 kg.
  • Oversized or overweight bags may be gate-checked.

Sources

Virgin Australia cabin baggage policy