Jet2 does not include a hold bag in the standard fare. You can add up to three 22 kg bags per person, and prices start from around £8 one way on shorter routes when pre-booked online. Add a bag at the airport and Jet2 charges £45 per item. If you are travelling on a Jet2holidays package, a 22 kg hold bag is included free per person as standard.
This page covers hold baggage sizes, prices, weight limits, excess fees, and sports equipment. For Jet2’s cabin bag rules, see our Jet2 hand luggage allowance guide.
| BAG TYPE | DIMENSIONS | WEIGHT LIMIT | COST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 10 kg | FREE All fares |
| Under-seat bag | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | No stated limit | FREE All fares |
| Hold bag | No dimension limit | 22 kg | From ~£8 online Pre-book online |
| Jet2holidays bag | No dimension limit | 22 kg | FREE Included |
How much does Jet2 hold luggage cost?
Prices depend on the route and how early you book. For shorter routes such as Alicante, Palma, or Malaga, one 22 kg bag starts from around £8 to £12 each way when added at the time of booking. Longer routes such as Tenerife, Corfu, or Crete typically cost £15 to £25 each way.
Pre-booking hold luggage online is almost always cheaper than paying at the airport
The rule is consistent: the earlier you add hold luggage, the less you pay. Add it at the airport and Jet2 charges a flat £45 per bag, regardless of destination. Pre-booking online saves up to 50% compared with the airport walk-up rate.
You can add baggage later through Manage My Booking on the Jet2 website or app, but prices rise as the departure date approaches. Adding at checkout is nearly always the cheapest option.
For a couple each taking one hold bag on a return trip, a total baggage budget of around £70 to £90 is a reasonable estimate depending on the route.
Does Jet2holidays include checked baggage?
Yes. Every Jet2holidays package includes one 22 kg hold bag per person as standard, at no extra cost. This applies to all passengers on the booking, including children. If you want a second bag, you can add it at the standard per-bag rate.
For families and groups, this is worth including in your comparison between a package and booking flights and a hotel separately. A family of four avoids four hold-bag fees, which can add up to £70 or more. You can browse Jet2holidays packages on the Jet2 website, or browse UK holiday deals across a range of operators.
Weight limits and excess baggage
The standard Jet2 hold bag limit is 22 kg per bag. The maximum weight for any single checked item is 32 kg. You can add up to three bags per person.
If your bag is overweight at check-in, Jet2 charges £12 per kilogram over the 22 kg limit. A bag weighing 25 kg costs an extra £36 in fees. A 27 kg bag costs an extra £60, on top of the bag fee you have already paid. The most reliable precaution is to weigh your bag at home before you leave, and aim for 20 kg to give yourself a buffer.
Sports equipment and exceptional items
Jet2 accepts sports and specialist equipment as checked luggage when booked in advance:
- Golf bags, ski equipment, snowboards, and similar: from £30 per flight, up to 20 kg. No single item can exceed 6 ft (183 cm) in length.
- Bicycles and oversized items: advance booking required; charges apply.
- Musical instruments: charges vary by size and must be pre-booked.
The following items travel free when a child is on the same booking and the combined weight is 10 kg or less: pushchairs, buggies, prams, car seats, and travel cots.
Sports equipment cannot be added at the airport. It must be arranged through the Jet2 website or app before travel.
The cheapest time to add hold luggage is at the point of booking
How to add baggage to your Jet2 booking
The cheapest time to add hold luggage is during the booking process, before you complete the checkout. Jet2 displays baggage options as part of the booking flow, and the prices at checkout are the lowest available.
If you have already booked, log in to Manage My Booking on the Jet2 website or app. You can add hold bags at any point before your online check-in closes, typically 28 days before departure. Prices rise as that date approaches.
Turning up at the airport without a pre-booked bag costs £45 per item. You cannot add hold luggage at the gate.
Tips for keeping Jet2 baggage costs down
Add hold luggage at checkout, not later. The checkout price is the lowest point in the pricing window. Prices tend to increase the closer you get to the flight, so adding baggage as part of the initial booking saves money in nearly every case.
Pack to 20 kg and leave a buffer. Excess fees are £12 per kilogram and accumulate quickly. If you are travelling with a partner, sharing one well-packed 22 kg bag can cut baggage costs in half on shorter trips.
Consider whether you actually need a hold bag. Jet2 gives every passenger a free 56 x 45 x 25 cm overhead bag plus a free under-seat bag at 40 x 30 x 20 cm, with a 10 kg allowance. That is a generous combined allowance for short breaks. See our Jet2 hand luggage guide for packing tips.
Check whether a Jet2holidays package reduces the overall cost. The included 22 kg hold bag per person often narrows the price gap between a package and flights-only, especially for families.
Comparing airlines? See our easyJet baggage guide, TUI baggage allowance, or search UK flight deals to compare fares across carriers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to add a bag to Jet2?
Hold luggage starts from around £8 one way for shorter routes when pre-booked online at the time of booking. The airport walk-up rate is £45 per bag. Prices vary by route and departure date, so adding baggage early is almost always cheaper.
What is the weight limit for Jet2 checked baggage?
The standard hold bag limit is 22 kg per bag. You can take up to three bags per person. The maximum weight for any single item is 32 kg. Jet2 charges £12 per kilogram over the 22 kg limit, so weigh your bag at home before you leave.
Can I take two bags on Jet2?
Yes. You can add up to three 22 kg hold bags per person, paying the relevant fee for each one. Jet2holidays passengers receive one 22 kg bag free as part of the package, and can pay to add more.
Does Jet2holidays include checked baggage?
Yes. Every Jet2holidays package includes one 22 kg hold bag per person at no extra charge. This applies to all passengers on the booking, including children.
What happens if my Jet2 bag is overweight?
Jet2 charges £12 per kilogram over the 22 kg limit at check-in. A bag weighing 25 kg costs an extra £36 in fees. Weighing your bag at home before you travel is the simplest way to avoid the charge.
How do I add luggage to my Jet2 booking after booking?
Log in to Manage My Booking on the Jet2 website or app and add hold luggage at any point before your online check-in closes. Prices are lower earlier in the booking window. The airport walk-up fee is £45 per bag.
Is hold luggage included in the price of a Jet2 flight?
No, hold luggage isn’t included in a standard Jet2 flight fare. You pay for checked bags on top of your ticket price, and only Jet2holidays packages include a bag automatically.
