How strict is Aer Lingus with the cabin baggage weight requirement?
Guest1262 Aer Lingus will now charge extra for every bag checked on their within Europe (not trans-Atlantic) flights. Tran-Atlantic passengers will still be able to check 2 bags at no charge. The airline has also cut back on its trans-Atlantic baggage weight limits, with passengers allowed a maximum of 80 pounds of checked luggage in two bags (the previous weight was 100 pounds in two bags). Aer Lingus is also restricting carry-on bags to a 6kg (13lb) limit on all flights (including trans-Atlantic) and limiting the size to 18"x14"x9" (22"x14"x9" is the more common allowable size). Solution: If you have resisted packing light for travel, perhaps the above will change your thinking 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 re
