Vueling Hand Luggage 2026: Free Size, Fees and Best Bag
Flying Vueling to Barcelona or another sunny destination? Then pay close attention to the hand luggage rules, because just like the other budget airlines, the larger cabin bag costs extra. The good news: every ticket includes one free bag under the seat. Below is the complete Vueling hand luggage 2026 guide — sizes, weight and fees — plus the smartest bag for traveling without paying extra.
Vueling hand luggage 2026: what can you take?
With Vueling, everyone gets one free bag that fits under the seat. A larger cabin bag in the overhead bin costs extra: it isn't included in the Fly Light fare, but it is included with Fly, Fly Grande and Fly Pro. The rules (as of 2026):
| Type | Maximum size | Weight | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under-seat bag | 40 x 30 x 20 cm | no official limit | Free with every ticket |
| Cabin bag (overhead bin) | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | max. 10 kg | For a fee (not with Fly Light) |
| Checked baggage | varies | up to 23 kg | For a fee |
Last updated: August 2026. Vueling can change its policy — always check the current rules in your booking before you fly.
The free bag: 40 x 30 x 20 cm
The free under-seat bag at Vueling may measure no more than 40 x 30 x 20 cm (including handles and pockets) and goes under the seat in front of you. There is no official weight limit, but you do have to be able to put it in place yourself. For a city trip that is plenty — as long as you choose a bag that uses the allowance cleverly.
Our Lundholm Underseater (40 x 30 x 16 cm, 22 liters) fits within the Vueling allowance, opens like a suitcase and has a padded 15.6" laptop compartment, a TSA lock and waterproof material.
The ideal Vueling carry-on
Lundholm Underseater — 40 x 30 x 16 cm, stays within the free 40x30x20 allowance. 22L, laptop compartment, TSA lock, waterproof.
€ 49.95 € 64.95
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Watch out for the gate fee
Vueling checks bags at the gate. If your under-seat bag is larger than the free allowance of 40 x 30 x 20 cm, it gets checked in for €60 to €75 per bag per flight. A bag larger than 55 x 40 x 20 cm even costs €110 to €140 per bag per flight at the gate. So choose a bag that stays comfortably within 40 x 30 x 20 cm, measure it including the handles and don't overpack. Do you want to take more anyway? Then book a cabin bag online in advance — that is much cheaper than paying at the gate.
Frequently asked questions about Vueling hand luggage 2026
What can you take for free as hand luggage with Vueling?
One under-seat bag of no more than 40 x 30 x 20 cm, free with every ticket. A larger cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg) in the overhead bin costs extra and isn't included in the Fly Light fare; with Fly, Fly Grande and Fly Pro it is included.
How big can the free Vueling bag be?
No more than 40 x 30 x 20 cm, including handles and pockets. A travel backpack like the Lundholm Underseater (40 x 30 x 16 cm) stays within that.
Is there a weight limit on the free bag?
For the free under-seat bag, Vueling mainly applies the size limit (40 x 30 x 20 cm) and no official weight, but you have to be able to put it under the seat yourself. The paid cabin bag does have a limit of 10 kg.
What does hand luggage cost at the gate with Vueling?
An under-seat bag that is larger than the free allowance of 40 x 30 x 20 cm is checked in at the gate for €60 to €75 per bag per flight. A bag larger than 55 x 40 x 20 cm costs €110 to €140 per bag per flight. Booking online in advance is much cheaper.
Does the Lundholm Underseater fit Vueling?
Yes. The Underseater (40 x 30 x 16 cm) stays within the free allowance of 40 x 30 x 20 cm. The same bag also meets the sizes of Ryanair, Transavia, Wizz Air and easyJet.
Love, the Lundholm team
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