Personal item
17.7 x 13 x 7.9 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: All fares
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-05-29
Laptop bag, handbag, small backpack, etc.
Reviewed baggage rules
Virgin Australia personal item and carry-on size rules
Start with the reviewed outside limit, then keep fare, route, aircraft, and enforcement caveats beside the rule they qualify.
Carry-on
22 x 14.2 x 9.1 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: Economy red silver also business gold platinum economy x with different options
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-05-29
Dimensions reviewed from official airline page snapshot.
Oversized/overweight carry-on must be checked, fees may apply.
Bags ranked for Virgin Australia's personal item rule
Each card shows the calculated fit, tightest margin, and useful product facts.
1
Fits
0 in spare against this rule. Ranked first for this rule on fit margin, category, and source confidence.
- Capacity
- 26 L
- Weight
- 1.85 lb
- Laptop
- up to 16"
2
Fits
0 in spare against this rule. Largest listed capacity in this ranking at 28 L.
- Capacity
- 28 L
- Weight
- 1.3 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15.6"
3
CALPAK Luka 15 inch Laptop Backpack
16 x 12 x 7 in
0.9 in spare against this rule.
- Capacity
- 22 L
- Weight
- 1.8 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
4
Fits
2 in spare against this rule. Lightest listed weight in this ranking at 0.63 lb.
- Capacity
- 14 L
- Weight
- 0.63 lb
5
Baggallini Soho Backpack
15.8 x 11.5 x 5.5 in
1.5 in spare against this rule.
- Weight
- 1.3 lb
- Laptop
- up to 13"
6
Tumi Voyageur Celina Backpack
15.9 x 10.6 x 6.5 in
1.4 in spare against this rule.
- Weight
- 2.03 lb
- Laptop
- up to 16"
Dimensions summary
- Personal item
- Personal item: 17.7 x 13 x 7.9 in (published; medium confidence).
- Carry-on
- Carry-on: 22 x 14.2 x 9.1 in (published; medium confidence).
Useful next checks
FAQ
What size personal item does Virgin Australia allow?
Virgin Australia's reviewed published personal-item rule lists 17.7 x 13 x 7.9 in. Laptop bag, handbag, small backpack, etc. Source last checked 2026-05-29.
What carry-on size is listed for Virgin Australia?
Virgin Australia's reviewed published carry-on rule lists 22 x 14.2 x 9.1 in. dimensions reviewed from official airline page snapshot. Source last checked 2026-05-29.
Are Virgin Australia fit results guaranteed at the gate?
No. This page compares reviewed bag dimensions against reviewed airline rules and does not guarantee gate acceptance. Bulk-reviewed official airline policy snapshot; verify edge cases before adding fare-specific UI copy.