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Emirates Baggage Allowance: Cabin and Checked Rules

Emirates baggage allowance explained: cabin bag size, weight limits by class, and checked baggage rules for Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First.

Quick answer

Emirates cabin baggage is usually 7 kg, with one piece of 55 by 38 by 22 cm, plus a 7 kg briefcase or garment bag for Business and First Class. Premium Economy allows 10 kg of carry-on. Checked allowances vary by route and fare, so check your booking.

Emirates
Personal item7 kg Briefcase or garment bag
Cabin bag55 by 38 by 22 cm
Cabin bag weight7 kg
Checked bag included—
First checked bag—
Second checked bag—
Checked bag weight32 kg
Overweight bag—
In-flight wifi—

By fare type

FarePersonal itemCabin bagChecked bag
Economy Class7 kg Carry-on
Premium Economy10 kg Carry-on
Business & First Class7 kg Briefcase or garment bag7 kg Carry-on

Emirates cabin baggage at a glance

Most Emirates passengers can take one carry-on bag of 55 by 38 by 22 cm weighing up to 7 kg. Business and First Class passengers can also bring a 7 kg briefcase or garment bag. Premium Economy passengers get 10 kg of carry-on. All cabin baggage must fit under the seat in front of you or in an overhead locker.

Emirates checked baggage

Checked baggage depends on your route, fare and class of travel. The figures shown here are a guide only, so confirm your exact allowance in your booking before you fly. We do not list a single checked weight for every fare because Emirates applies different rules across its network.

Regional rules and security limits

Cabin allowances can vary by route and class. If you board in India, you are allowed one piece of carry-on baggage, and its size may not exceed 115 cm in total (length plus width plus height). On all flights departing Brazil, you can carry up to 10 kg of cabin baggage. Liquids, gels, aerosols, pastes, lotions, creams and drinks must be in containers of no more than 100 ml.

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Questions

What is the Emirates cabin bag size?

The standard cabin bag size is 55 by 38 by 22 cm, with a weight limit of 7 kg for most passengers.

How much cabin baggage can I take in Premium Economy?

Premium Economy passengers can take 10 kg of carry-on baggage.

Can Business and First Class passengers take two cabin bags?

Yes. Business and First Class passengers can take a 7 kg carry-on plus a 7 kg briefcase or garment bag.

Do cabin rules change by route?

Yes. Cabin baggage allowances may vary depending on your route and class of travel. For customers boarding in India, one piece of carry-on is allowed and its size may not exceed 115 cm in total. For all flights departing from Brazil, customers can carry up to 10 kg of cabin baggage.

What is the liquid limit for Emirates cabin baggage?

Liquids, gels, aerosols, pastes, lotions, creams, drinks and similar items must be in containers with a capacity no greater than 100 ml.

Sources. Checked against the official pages on 28 September 2026: emirates.com · emirates.com · emirates.com · emirates.com

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