Here at Luggage and Leather we try to keep our customers as informed as possible when it comes to travel, it just makes finding that perfect bag that much easier. Although we try our best to keep everything up to date the airlines may change certain regulations without us knowing. We recommend that you always contact your carrier before your flight to verify that the same rules are in place. You may also want to visit the Virgin Atlantic website or their section on Baggage.

If you notice something that has changed or just have a question please send us an email.

Carry-On Allowance: 1 Bag + 1 Personal Item

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Each passenger is allowed to carry on one bag and one personal item such as a purse or briefcase. Assistive devices and outer garments do not count as personal items. All carry-on luggage must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you and adhere to the following requirements:

Departing from the US:

• Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on Luggage: 22in x 14in x 9in (length x width x height)
• Economy and Premium Economy: Maximum Weight of Carry-on Luggage: 13 lb / 6 kg
• Upper Class: Maximum Weight of Carry-on Luggage: 18 lb / 8 kg

For all other travel destinations check Virgin Atlantic's Handbag Restrictions page for your specific destinations.

Checked Baggage Allowance:

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On Transatlantic, Caribbean and Nigerian routes allowance for checked in baggage:

Economy Class:

• Total Number of Bags: 2
• Maximum Dimensions of Bag: 62 linear inches (length + width + height)
• Maximum Weight of each piece: 50 lb / 23 kg

Premium Economy Class:

• Total Number of Bags: 2
• Maximum Dimensions of Bag: 62 linear inches (length + width + height)
• Maximum Weight of each piece: 70 lb / 32 kg

Upper Class:

• Total Number of Bags: 3
• Maximum Dimensions of Bag: 62 linear inches (length + width + height)
• Maximum Weight of each piece: 70 lb / 32 kg

On South Africa, Australia, Asia and Dubai routes allowance for checked in baggage:

Economy / Premium Economy Classes:

• Total Weight of all pieces per passenger: 50 lb / 23 kg

Upper Class:

• Total Weight of all pieces per passenger: 66 lb / 30 kg

Overweight, Oversize, and Excess Baggage Fees

If you have more bags than the permitted allowance or your bags exceed the weight or linear restrictions, you will be charged additional fees. Contact Virgin Atlantic directly, or visit their Excess Baggage Charges Page for more information.

Sports Equipment

Some checked items, such as surfboards and bicycles will be charged a fixed handling fee because of size, fragility, or other handling requirements while others may be checked in lieu of one of your checked bags. If you plan to travel with sporting equipment, contact Virgin Atlantic directly to confirm packing regulations and fees.