Every UK airline plays the baggage, seat and sale-date game differently. These guides set out exactly what each one allows, what it charges, and when its flights and sales go live, so you book with no surprises at the gate. Start with the two tools below, then pick your airline.
Bag sizes and fees across eight UK airlines, in one tool.
Cabin bag limits for eight airlines, side by side.
The major UK airlines
Flying with Ryanair
Europe’s biggest budget airline, and the strictest on bags.
- Best carry-on bag
- Hand luggage size 2026
- How strict on hand luggage
- When flights are released
- When sales run
Flying with British Airways
Full-service flying from the UK’s flag carrier.
All British Airways guides
Flying with Virgin Atlantic
Long-haul comfort, upgrades and the Flying Club.
All Virgin Atlantic guidesMore airlines and comparisons
Wizz Air
Hand luggage rules and flight releases for the low-cost specialist.
Compare airlines
Pick the right airline before you book.
Looking for fares rather than rules? See our cheap flight deals and the latest UK travel deals. Official allowances can change, so always confirm on the airline website before you fly; for your rights when things go wrong, see the Civil Aviation Authority.