Vueling Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
Vueling is a low-cost carrier where every ticket includes one free underseat bag (max 40 x 30 x 20 cm) — but that is the only free bag on the cheapest Basic fare. A larger overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm, up to 10kg) is included only on TimeFlex, Family, and Premium fares, and all hold luggage is a paid extra. Pre-book bags online, because items that don't fit at the gate are checked in at steep per-item fees. Fares are in euros (EUR).
At a glance
🎒 Personal item
Free on every fare, including Basic: one underseat bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm (including handles and pockets) that fits under the seat in front of you. This is the only free bag on a Basic ticket.
🧳 Carry-on
A larger overhead cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm and a maximum of 10kg is NOT free on a Basic fare — it must be added as a paid extra. It is included on TimeFlex, Family, and Premium fares.
Vueling checked bag fees
| Overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10kg) add-on for Basic | paid extra, price varies by route |
| Checked bag 15kg / 20kg | from about €10 (EUR) online, route dependent |
| Checked bag 25kg | online from ~€10–€99; from about €50 at the airport |
| Max checked bag size | 158 cm total dimensions (L + H + W) |
🔁 Change & cancellation
Basic fares are the most restrictive and largely non-refundable. Flight changes are allowed for a fee plus any fare difference, and are cheaper online than at the airport. TimeFlex bundles allow free date changes within a window. A 24-hour grace period applies to correct booking mistakes on direct bookings. Check the bundle conditions at the time of booking.
Other common fees
| Underseat bag too big at gate (over 40x30x20 cm) | €60 – €75 per item, per flight (checked in) |
| Cabin bag too big at gate (over 55x40x20 cm) | €110 – €140 per item, per flight (checked in) |
| Excess weight (over 25kg, up to 32kg) | €12 per extra kg |
| Seat selection (standard) | fee varies by route and seat |
How to avoid extra fees
- The free underseat bag is 40 x 30 x 20 cm; Vueling enforces gate sizers strictly, so measure your bag (including handles) before you fly.
- On a Basic fare the overhead cabin bag is NOT included — add it online or choose a TimeFlex/Family/Premium fare that bundles it.
- Book any checked bag online at booking; airport prices start around €50 for a 25kg bag versus from ~€10 online.
- A bag that fails the gate sizer is checked in at €60–€140 depending on size — far more than pre-booking.
- Compare the TimeFlex/Family bundles if you need a cabin bag plus a checked bag, as they can be cheaper than paying piece by piece.
Vueling baggage — FAQ
What is Vueling's free baggage allowance?
One underseat bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm that fits under the seat in front of you, free on every fare. A larger overhead cabin bag and all hold luggage cost extra on the Basic fare.
Is the cabin bag free on Vueling?
Only on TimeFlex, Family, and Premium fares. On a Basic ticket the larger overhead cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm, up to 10kg) is a paid add-on; you only get the free underseat bag.
How much is a checked bag on Vueling?
Checked bags start from about €10 online depending on route and weight, while a 25kg bag bought at the airport starts around €50. Booking online is much cheaper than at the gate, where oversize items cost €60–€140.
Sources
This guide is independent and not affiliated with Vueling. Baggage fees and policies change often and vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm on the airline's official website before booking or flying.