EKChecked 20 Oct 2026 against emirates.com

Emirates cabin bag size 2026

Emirates’ cheapest fare (Economy Special) doesn’t include an under-seat bag. A cabin bag up to 55 × 38 × 22 cm and 7 kg is included too.

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Free under-seat bag: Not free on the cheapest fareOn Economy Special
Overhead cabin bag: 55 × 38 × 22 cmup to 7 kgIncluded on Economy Special

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Your ticket

Not sure? Pick the cheapest — it has the strictest rules.

Which bag?

Under-seat bagfits under the seat in frontNot publishedSize not publishedCabin baggoes in the overhead lockerIncluded55 × 38 × 22 cm· 7 kg

Your bag’s size

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Emirates cabin bags by fare

What each ticket type includes, as published by Emirates.

Emirates cabin baggage allowance by fare
Fare	Under-seat bag	Cabin bag
Economy Special Same cabin allowance on Special, Saver, Flex and Flex Plus	No separate under-seat bag in Economy, but reasonable duty-free shopping is allowed on top.	Included 55 × 38 × 22 cm · 7 kg One cabin bag. It must fit under the seat or in the overhead locker.
Economy Saver Same cabin allowance on every Economy fare	No separate under-seat bag in Economy, but reasonable duty-free shopping is allowed on top.	Included 55 × 38 × 22 cm · 7 kg One cabin bag.
Economy Flex Same cabin allowance on every Economy fare	No separate under-seat bag in Economy, but reasonable duty-free shopping is allowed on top.	Included 55 × 38 × 22 cm · 7 kg One cabin bag.
Economy Flex Plus Same cabin allowance on every Economy fare	No separate under-seat bag in Economy, but reasonable duty-free shopping is allowed on top.	Included 55 × 38 × 22 cm · 7 kg One cabin bag.
Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class Premium Economy: 1 cabin bag, 55 × 38 × 22 cm, 10 kg Business and First: 2 bags (briefcase + handbag or garment bag), 7 kg each, 14 kg in total	Included 45 × 35 × 20 cm · 7 kg Business and First only: one briefcase. Premium Economy doesn't get one.	Included 55 × 38 × 22 cm · 7 kg Business and First: a handbag or a garment bag up to 20 cm thick folded. Premium Economy: one 10 kg bag.

If your bag is too big at the gate

Flying from Dubai, bags over the limits may not be allowed in the cabin. They're checked into the hold and excess baggage rates apply.

It’s almost always cheaper to add the right bag when you book or online before you fly.

Other Emirates cabin rules worth knowing

All cabin bags must fit under the seat in front or in an overhead locker, and you must be able to lift yours into the locker yourself.
You can also bring duty-free alcohol, cigarettes and perfume in reasonable amounts.
Boarding in India (Economy and Premium Economy): one cabin bag, with length + width + height no more than 115 cm.
Flights from Brazil: up to 10 kg of cabin baggage.

Power banks on Emirates

Since 1 October 2025 Emirates allows 1 power bank under 100 Wh with a visible capacity rating. You can't use it to charge devices or charge it from aircraft power.

Power-bank rules and Wh calculator

Liquids depend on the airport

The airline doesn’t set the liquids limit — the departure airport’s security does. Some now allow up to 2 litres.

Liquids rules by airport

Emirates cabin bag questions

What size cabin bag can I take on Emirates?

Up to 55 × 38 × 22 cm and 7 kg. It’s included with Economy Special, Economy Saver, Economy Flex, Economy Flex Plus and Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

What happens if my bag is too big for Emirates?

Flying from Dubai, bags over the limits may not be allowed in the cabin. They're checked into the hold and excess baggage rates apply.

Can I take a power bank on Emirates?