Get ready to board your SAS Airlines flight in comfort. This is your guide to SAS carry-on size requirements so you’re prepared before your flight and avoid extra fees.
- Carry-on: 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 9 in)
- Personal item: 40 x 30 x 15 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9 in), maximum capacity of 18 L
- Weight limit: 8 kg for Economy and Economy Flex; 10 kg for Business
- Economy Light: Personal item only on flights within Europe and Turkey
- 2 carry-ons: Available on intercontinental routes for Business, Premium, Economy Flex and Bonus fares
In this article
- What is the carry-on policy on SAS Airlines?
- What is the SAS Carry-on size and weight limit?
- What extra items can you bring on board?
- SAS carry-on FAQs.
- SAS carry-on tips for your next flight.
What is the carry-on policy on SAS Airlines?
All Scandinavian Airlines passengers can bring a carry-on, but SAS carry-on allowances vary by destination and fare type.
Last updated and fact-checked: June 22, 2026.
Passengers traveling on Economy Light within Europe and Turkey must pay an additional fee for a carry-on bag. However, the same fare includes a carry-on on flights within Canada, Asia and the US.
Passengers traveling on Premium, Business, Economy Flex and Bonus fares on routes to and from the US, Canada and Asia can bring 2 carry-ons plus 1 under-seat bag.
This 2 carry-on allowance applies only to intercontinental flights. On flights within Europe, SAS passengers are limited to 1 carry-on, regardless of fare class.
What is the SAS Carry-on size and weight limit?
Scandinavian Airlines allows most passengers to bring one carry-on and one personal item onboard, free of charge.
- These dimensions include the carry-on’s handles, pockets and wheels.
- If you’re traveling on an Economy Light ticket within Europe or Turkey, you’re only allowed 1 personal item.
- SAS Business passengers can bring a carry-on weighing up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Economy and Economy Flex passengers are limited to 8 kg (17.6 lbs).
- Personal items stored under the seat must not exceed 18 liters in total capacity. This limit applies separately from the maximum size dimensions.
What extra items can you bring on board?
It is necessary to confirm any desired special baggage prior to departure. You can bring a child car seat and a stroller not exceeding (50.7 lb) 23 kg at no extra cost if you’re traveling with an infant.
For an additional fee, owners of small cats and dogs may bring their pet as a carry-on for a fee. The pet must travel in a small pet carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. This counts as your one carry-on item.
In addition, you can bring duty-free bags and airport purchases into the cabin along with your cabin baggage.
Have more questions about what to bring on board? Read our guide to what’s not allowed in your carry-on.
SAS carry-on FAQs.
SAS enforces its carry-on size and weight limits and may use bag sizers at the gate. If your bag exceeds the allowed dimensions or weight, you may be required to check it and pay an additional fee.
According to SAS, travelers are often permitted to bring a backpack as a personal item and a carry-on bag to store in the overhead compartment. However, note that the backpack must fit the personal item size restrictions.
For Economy Light fares on flights within Europe and Turkey, a carry-on is not included and must be purchased separately. Fees vary by route and booking date, so check the SAS baggage options page during booking for the current price on your flight.
On intercontinental flights to and from the US, Canada and Asia, Economy Light passengers can bring a carry-on at no extra cost.
For the most part, if you’re seated in an exit row you won’t be able to put your personal item under the seat in front of you. Most likely, you will be able to keep it in the overhead bin.
Always refer to instructions from the cabin crew on where to store your personal item during the flight, as the specific regulations may vary depending on the aircraft.
SAS follows standard EU and international security rules. Liquids must be in containers of 100 ml (3.4 oz) or less, with all containers fitting inside a single 1-liter (1-quart) transparent, resealable bag. These rules apply to all SAS flights, regardless of fare class or destination.
Yes. SAS requires personal items to fit under the seat in front of you and stay within the maximum size of 40 x 30 x 15 cm and 18 liters in capacity.
Enforcement may vary by route and gate agent, but oversized bags can be flagged and checked at the gate.
SAS carry-on tips for your next flight.
from travel expert Lily
1. Choose carry-on-friendly luggage.
If you’ve ever arrived at the airport hoping your bag meets the airline’s size limits, you’re not alone. But guessing can lead to extra fees, gate-checked bags and unnecessary stress.
When shopping for luggage, look for bags designed to fit common carry-on size restrictions. Choosing a carry-on that meets airline requirements can help you maximize packing space while reducing the risk of unexpected baggage fees.
Need more packing tips? Check out our expert guide to packing your carry-on.
2. Check your SAS fare before you pack.
SAS offers several fare types, from Economy Light to Business Bonus and baggage allowances vary by ticket and destination.
For example, Economy Light passengers flying within Europe and Turkey must pay extra for a carry-on, while the same fare includes a carry-on on some intercontinental routes.
Before you fly, double-check your baggage allowance to avoid unexpected fees or surprises at the airport.
3. Pack your personal item with essentials in mind.
It’s easy to leave items behind during a flight, whether it’s your glasses, a favorite book or even your passport.
To keep important items within reach, pack in-flight essentials such as earbuds, your phone, medications and travel documents in a small pouch inside your personal item. Store the pouch in an easy-to-access spot and avoid using the seat-back pocket whenever possible.
A smooth trip starts with a little planning. Before you travel, review your departure checklist, including when to arrive at the airport.
