Jet2 2026 Baggage Allowance: Ultimate Guide to Hand & Hold Limits
Jet2 is one of the friendlier airlines for luggage, and I mean that in the “you probably won’t be sweating in the queue with a tape measure” way. But it’s still very possible to get stung if you assume hold luggage is included on flight-only bookings, forget the single-item weight cap, or rock up on a busy flight with a cabin bag that suddenly gets offered a surprise holiday in the hold.
This guide is here to make Jet2 baggage rules feel simple. You’ll know exactly what you can bring for free, what you pay extra for, how Jet2holidays baggage differs from Jet2 flights, and how to pack so you don’t end up doing the classic airport-floor wardrobe audition. 🧳✈️
Jet2 Baggage Allowance: Quick Facts at a Glance
✅ Standard Jet2 cabin bag: 1 item, up to 10kg, max 56 x 45 x 25cm (wheels/handles included)
✅ Small under-seat bag: up to 40 x 30 x 20cm (handbag/laptop bag/airport purchase style)
✅ Busy flight reality: your 10kg cabin bag can be placed in the hold if overhead space runs out
✅ Jet2 flight-only: hold luggage is usually an add-on, up to three 22kg hold bags per person per flight
✅ Jet2holidays: checked-in allowance is 22kg per person (infants excluded)
✅ Infants: Jet2holidays add 10kg per infant to the accompanying adult’s hold bag allowance
✅ Single-item max weight: 32kg (anything heavier is a problem, not a personality)
✅ Biggest fee triggers: adding bags late, overweight kilos, turning up with hold baggage not pre-booked
✅ Easiest win: measure and weigh at home, and add hold bags early if you’ll need them
✅ This guide is for: families, couples, mates, ski trips, city breaks, and anyone allergic to surprise charges
👉 Good to know: If you’re booking Jet2holidays, baggage can feel “included by default”. If you’re booking Jet2 flights only, you’re often building your luggage setup yourself.
Quick Jet2 Baggage Allowance Q&As
What is Jet2 baggage allowance?
Jet2 includes a 10kg cabin bag plus a small under-seat bag. Hold luggage depends on booking type and can be included with Jet2holidays but is often paid extra on flight-only.
What size hand luggage does Jet2 allow?
Your main cabin bag can be up to 56 x 45 x 25cm and 10kg.
Does Jet2 allow an under-seat bag as well?
Yes, you can usually bring a small under-seat bag up to 40 x 30 x 20cm, as long as it’s manageable and fits.
Is hold luggage included with Jet2 flights?
Usually no, it’s typically an add-on for flight-only bookings.
Is hold luggage included with Jet2holidays?
Yes, Jet2holidays includes 22kg checked baggage per person (excluding infants).
What happens if my bag is overweight on Jet2?
You’ll be charged for excess weight above your allowance, and no single item can exceed 32kg.
What is Guaranteed Cabin Luggage on Jet2?
It’s an optional add-on that aims to keep your 10kg cabin bag in the cabin, even on busy flights.
🔹 Tinker’s Tip: If you hate the idea of your cabin bag being checked in last-minute, Guaranteed Cabin Luggage is the “pay for peace” option.
Jet2 baggage allowance: the quick answer (hand vs hold, in plain English)
Jet2 works best if you think in two bags for the cabin: your 10kg cabin bag for the overhead locker and a smaller under-seat bag for the stuff you cannot lose (phone, meds, chargers, passport, snacks… the holy essentials). The moment your under-seat bag becomes a chunky backpack that looks like it’s eaten a duvet, you’re rolling the dice.
For hold luggage, the big trap is assuming it’s automatically included. With Jet2holidays it generally is. With Jet2 flight-only it’s commonly an add-on, and the price can change depending on when you add it.
| Bag type | Allowance | Where it goes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 item, up to 10kg, 56 x 45 x 25cm | Overhead (or hold on busy flights) | Clothes, shoes, “normal” packing |
| Under-seat bag | Up to 40 x 30 x 20cm | Under the seat | Valuables + essentials |
| Hold bag (flight-only) | Add-on, 22kg per bag | Hold | Longer trips, liquids, bulky items |
| Hold bag (Jet2holidays) | 22kg per person included | Hold | Package trips, family holidays |
| Sports equipment | Specific rules (often pre-book) | Hold | Golf, bikes, skis |
💡 Fact: Jet2 can require cabin bags to go into the hold on busy flights if cabin space is tight, unless you’ve added Guaranteed Cabin Luggage.
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Hand luggage rules (the size and weight that actually matter)
Jet2’s standard cabin allowance is refreshingly straightforward: one cabin bag, up to 10kg, max 56 x 45 x 25cm. The bit people miss is the “including wheels and handles” part. A bag that’s technically 55cm tall but has chunky wheels can still fail the sizer, and airport staff have seen every creative interpretation of “it’s basically fine”.
Also, do not assume you’ll always keep your cabin bag with you. On busy flights, cabin space is limited, so Jet2 may put your 10kg cabin bag in the hold at the gate. That’s not a punishment, it’s logistics, but it does change how you pack.
Hand luggage reality check
- Measure at the widest point (wheels, handles, side pockets)
- Weigh it packed, not “empty bag vibes”
- Keep anything you’d cry over in the under-seat bag
👉 Good to know: If your cabin bag is over the size or weight limit, you can be required to check it into the hold and pay the relevant charge.
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Under-seat bag rules: what counts and what gets you stopped
Jet2 lets you bring a small additional bag (think handbag, laptop bag, airport purchase) up to 40 x 30 x 20cm. This is the sneaky hero of fee-avoidance because it lets you keep essentials close, and it can quietly carry the heavy stuff (chargers, power bank, book, toiletries in a clear bag).
What gets people stopped is structure and stuffing. A soft tote that slides under the seat is usually fine. A rigid backpack packed like you’re moving house is… less convincing.
Safe-ish examples
- Slim laptop bag
- Small daypack that still squishes
- Crossbody + small airport bag
Risky examples
- Boxy backpack packed tight
- “Small” duffel that’s clearly bigger than the limit
- Duty-free bag plus a big personal bag (stacking gets noticed)
🔹 Tinker’s Tip: Pack your under-seat bag as your “I can survive 24 hours” kit: meds, chargers, a spare top, key toiletries, and anything you cannot replace easily.
Jet2 flights vs Jet2holidays: same airline, different baggage inclusions
This is where the airport-floor repack stories are born. Jet2 the airline and Jet2holidays the package brand work closely, but baggage can be set up differently depending on how you booked.
With Jet2holidays, checked baggage is generally included: 22kg per person (excluding infants). With Jet2 flight-only, you’re often starting with cabin bags and then adding hold baggage if you want it. That difference matters because people book flight-only, assume “22kg included”, and then discover the truth at the worst possible moment.
Quick comparison
| Booking type | Cabin baggage | Hold baggage | Common “oops” moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet2 flights (flight-only) | 10kg cabin + small under-seat bag | Typically add-on | Assuming checked bag is included |
| Jet2holidays | 10kg cabin + small under-seat bag | 22kg per person included | Forgetting infant rules and item caps |
🤚 Must-do: Before you pack, check your booking type and your confirmation. “Jet2” on the plane does not automatically mean “22kg included”.
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Hold baggage: 22kg bags, how many you can add, and how pooling works
On Jet2 flight-only bookings, hold baggage is an add-on and you can add 22kg hold bags per person, up to three per person per flight (excluding infants). Each extra bag basically increases your allowance by another 22kg, but each individual suitcase still has to behave itself.
On Jet2holidays, checked baggage is 22kg per person. The wording is based on total allowance, with the key rule that no single item can be over 32kg. So you can spread weight across bags, but you cannot create one mega-suitcase that looks like it’s carrying a small piano.
Clear rules to remember
- 22kg is the common “per bag” building block
- You can book multiple hold bags to increase total allowance
- No single bag can exceed 32kg
- Infants have separate rules (we’ll get to that)
💡 Fact: If you buy additional hold bags, you’re buying extra weight allowance, not permission for one suitcase to become a 40kg monster.
Overweight and oversize: the fastest way to turn a cheap fare into an expensive one
Overweight is the silent budget assassin. You think you’re winning at travel, then your suitcase hits the scale and suddenly you’re funding an airline’s new stapler collection.
Jet2holidays states excess baggage is charged per kg above your allowance at £12 per kg (about €14 / $16). If you’re 5kg over, that’s £60 (about €69 / $80) for the privilege of bringing extra jeans you probably won’t wear. No single item can be over 32kg, full stop.
For Jet2 flight-only bookings, Jet2 says an excess baggage charge per extra kg applies and the amount is advised at the airport, so treat the airport scale as the final boss.
Fast fixes if you’re overweight
- Split dense items across bags
- Move heavy bits into your under-seat bag (within reason)
- Wear bulky layers for the flight (coat, boots, hoodie)
- Decant toiletries and ditch “just in case” bottles
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Guaranteed Cabin Luggage: what it is, who should pay for it, and when it’s pointless
Guaranteed Cabin Luggage is Jet2’s way of saying: “Want to keep your 10kg cabin bag with you even when the flight is rammed?” You pay extra, and in return you’re less likely to be asked to put your cabin bag in the hold due to lack of space.
It’s not magic, though. Your bag still has to meet the size and weight limits. And if operational requirements mean even Guaranteed Cabin Luggage has to go in the hold, Jet2 says you can contact Customer Services to arrange a refund of the charge.
Worth it if…
- You’re carrying fragile stuff (but still not valuables you can’t lose)
- You’re on a short break with no hold bag and you hate baggage reclaim
- You need quick exit energy for a tight transfer
Pointless if…
- You already have a hold bag and don’t care about waiting
- Your cabin bag is borderline size-wise (sort that first)
- You’re travelling light and your under-seat bag covers essentials
👉 Good to know: Guaranteed Cabin Luggage is about overhead space, not extra size or extra weight.
Fees and timing: why adding bags late hurts
Airlines price luggage like a lesson in consequences. Add hold baggage early and it’s usually cheaper. Add it later and you pay for the privilege of changing your mind. Turn up with hold baggage not pre-booked and Jet2 says you’ll pay an additional charge advised at check-in.
Jet2 also notes that baggage charges can vary depending on flight length and when and how you purchase. Translation: if you suspect you’ll need a hold bag, don’t leave it until you’ve already packed, panicked, and started bargaining with the gods.
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Flying with kids: what’s free (and what’s just extra faff)
Family travel is basically logistics with snacks. The good news: Jet2 allows up to two items of child/infant equipment per child/infant free of charge, and Jet2 allows these items up to 32kg each. Think pushchair/pram/buggy, car seat/booster, baby carrier, travel cot.
Jet2 also notes that infants have a 10kg checked baggage allowance, but it must be added to the responsible adult’s checked baggage and can’t be booked as a separate bag. Jet2holidays also states an extra 10kg per infant is added to the accompanying adult’s hold bag allowance.
One sanity-saving airport pacing tip
- Keep one adult “hands free” (documents + boarding)
- Keep one adult “kid focused” (snacks + entertainment)
- Put the emergency outfit in the under-seat bag, not the hold
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Sports gear and special items: bikes, golf, and awkward shapes
If you’re bringing sports equipment, pre-booking is your friend. Jet2’s own guidance points to weight caps and extra charges depending on item type, and the big headline is that Jet2 can carry sporting equipment up to 32kg per item. For common examples, bikes are often capped at 32kg, while golf carriage is commonly sold as a 22kg option.
Also, sports gear is exactly the kind of thing you want covered properly. If you’re bringing anything pricey, I’d treat travel insurance as non-negotiable.
Sports gear checklist
- Pre-book the correct category (don’t wing it at the airport)
- Stick to the weight cap
- Add padding and label the bag clearly
- Pack essentials for day one separately (in case gear arrives late)
Airport day plan: bag drop, boarding, and what to do if staff want to check your cabin bag
Airport day goes smoother if you already know your “plan B”. If Jet2 staff ask to put your cabin bag in the hold on a busy flight, stay calm and do the one thing that matters: pull out valuables immediately.
Jet2’s terms specifically warn that if a cabin bag becomes checked baggage, you must remove valuables and items that are prohibited in checked baggage. This includes things like spare batteries and power banks, certain electronics, medication you need, and your documents.
A calm script you can use
- “No problem, I’ll just take out my valuables and medication first.”
- “Can I keep this small bag under the seat?”
What must stay in your under-seat bag
- Passport/ID, wallet, phone
- Meds and medical items
- Chargers/power bank
- Keys
- One spare layer and basic toiletries
- Anything fragile you can’t replace fast
If you’re travelling with family, heavy luggage, or a late arrival, pre-booking an airport transfer can be the difference between “holiday starts now” and “why am I arguing with a taxi rank”.
🔹 Tinker’s Tip: Pack your under-seat bag like you’re expecting your cabin bag to be checked. If it stays with you, great. If it doesn’t, you’re still fine.
Avoiding fees: the real-world packing plan (step-by-step)
This is my no-drama method. It’s not glamorous, but it works.
Step-by-step
- Choose the right bags first. One cabin bag that truly fits, one under-seat bag that stays under the limit.
- Do a dry run. Pack everything, then remove 10 to 15% immediately. You don’t need it.
- Weigh at home. A cheap luggage scale is worth its weight in… not extra fees.
- Put dense items low and central. Shoes, toiletries, chargers.
- Keep essentials accessible. Under-seat bag is your insurance policy.
- Plan liquids properly. Hold bag if you’re bringing big bottles.
| Bag goal | Best bag style | Common mistake | Fix |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximise cabin space | Soft-sided cabin case | Hard shell + chunky wheels | Measure including wheels/handles |
| Keep under-seat bag safe | Small daypack/tote that squishes | Overstuffed structured backpack | Leave space so it compresses |
| Avoid overweight charges | Two-bag split (cabin + under-seat) | Packing dense items in one place | Spread heavy items across bags |
| Faster airport day | Simple packing cubes | “Everything loose” chaos | Pack by category, label cubes |
Night-before checklist
- Cabin bag measured and weighed
- Under-seat bag weighed (yes, really)
- Liquids packed for your booking type
- Chargers and meds in under-seat bag
- A spare top in under-seat bag
- Screenshot of booking showing baggage selections
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Baggage problems: delayed, damaged, missing (what to do fast)
If your bag doesn’t show up, don’t leave the airport hoping it magically appears later. Go straight to the baggage desk and report it. Get a reference number, confirm your contact details, and take photos of any damage before you walk away.
If your bag is damaged, document it immediately (photos plus a note of what’s broken). If it’s delayed, keep receipts for essentials you need to buy, but keep it reasonable. You’re building a clean paper trail, not starting a new wardrobe.
This is also where travel insurance and CompensAIR can save your mood. Look for baggage delay and baggage cover that fits your actual stuff, not just the cheapest policy on the shelf.
What to do fast
- Report it before leaving the airport
- Get a reference number in writing
- Take photos of damage and bag tags
- Keep receipts for essential replacement items
- Follow up using the details given at the desk
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Best Jet2 bag setup by trip length (2 days, 4 days, 7 days, winter trip)
If you want the simplest decision-making, steal one of these setups.
2-day city break
- Cabin bag + under-seat bag only
- Outfit planning: 2 tops, 1 bottom, 1 “nice” layer
- One pair of shoes (wear them)
4-day sunshine trip
- Cabin bag + under-seat bag, optional hold if you’re bringing toiletries
- Pack light fabrics and re-wearable basics
- Put sunscreen in hold if it’s a big bottle
7-day holiday
- Hold bag plus your standard cabin setup
- Split: 70% hold, 30% cabin/under-seat
- Keep day-one essentials in under-seat bag
Winter or ski trip
- Hold bag strongly recommended
- Wear bulky coat/boots on travel day
- Keep gloves, hat, and a warm layer in under-seat bag
FAQs about Jet2 Baggage Allowance
Does Jet2 allow an under-seat bag as well as hand luggage?
Yes, Jet2 allows a small under-seat bag in addition to your 10kg cabin bag, as long as it fits within the size limit and can be stowed safely. Keep it compact and squishable to avoid hassle at the gate.
What size hand luggage is allowed on Jet2?
Jet2’s main cabin bag limit is 56 x 45 x 25cm, including wheels and handles, with a 10kg weight cap. Measuring at home saves the most stress.
Is hold luggage included with Jet2 flights or Jet2holidays?
Jet2holidays packages generally include 22kg checked baggage per person (infants excluded). Jet2 flight-only bookings often require you to add hold baggage as a paid extra.
What happens if my Jet2 bag is overweight?
You’ll be charged for excess weight above your booked allowance, and you may need to repack at the airport. Also remember the single-item max: no bag can exceed 32kg.
Is Guaranteed Cabin Luggage worth it on Jet2?
It can be worth it if you’re travelling without a hold bag and really want your cabin bag kept with you on a busy flight. If you already have hold baggage and don’t mind waiting at baggage reclaim, it’s usually optional.
Final Thoughts
Here’s the simple strategy that avoids most Jet2 luggage pain: measure your bags properly, weigh them at home, double-check if you booked Jet2 flight-only or Jet2holidays, and keep your true essentials in the under-seat bag. Do that, and Jet2 baggage allowance stops feeling like a trap and starts feeling like… normal travel admin.
If you want, tell me your route, your booking type (Jet2 flights or Jet2holidays), and how long you’re going for. I’ll suggest the cleanest “bag setup” so you can pack once and move on with your life. Also, if you’re on a luggage roll, there are more flight and packing guides over on TheTravelTinker.com.👇🗣️
Adventure on,
The Travel Tinker Crew 🌍✨
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