Can a carry-on suitcase be taken on board the plane?

Hand Luggage Allowance:

• Cabin-sized suitcases are generally accepted as hand luggage and can be carried into the aircraft cabin.
• Airlines set specific size and weight limits for cabin baggage. Cabin-sized suitcases are usually 55x40x20 cm in size and can weigh a maximum of 7–10 kg.

Airline Policies:

• Each airline’s cabin baggage policy may differ. Therefore, it is important to check your airline’s baggage policies before your journey.
• Some airlines allow you to carry a personal item (such as a laptop bag or small rucksack) in addition to your cabin baggage.

Loading Cabin Baggage:

• Your cabin-sized suitcase is placed in the overhead compartment on the aircraft. This compartment provides a space where passengers can safely store their hand luggage.
• Your bag can also be carried in the compartment under the seat, although this space is usually reserved for smaller items.

Baggage Check-in and Security:

• During security screening, your cabin-sized suitcase is passed through an X-ray machine and its contents are scanned.
• Certain items, such as liquids, razors and sharp objects, may not be permitted in cabin baggage and may be confiscated during the security check.

Extra Baggage Allowance:

• Some airlines may offer an extra baggage allowance in addition to the cabin baggage allowance. In such cases, you may need to purchase an additional baggage allowance alongside your cabin-sized suitcase.

Situations During the Flight:

• If the aircraft is full or cabin baggage capacity is limited, in some cases your hand luggage may be transferred to the aircraft’s hold. This generally depends on the aircraft’s capacity and the airline’s policies.