Hi Travellers, I have heard that while you can carry an appropriate size piece of luggage and a habdbag or briefcase on a flight into London, when you fly out only 1 item is allowed? Has anyone else experienced this? I need to know for a meeting tonight! Thanks, Your travelling band teacher, Sara
Posted by
Seattle
89 posts
I thought I read that somewhere at some point too (as I'm flying BA this summer) but just now looking on their website I can't find that info again. BA is notorious for being strict with their carry on allowances. I would plan for only one small bag to carry on and check the other and if their policy has changed, then it'll be a lucky surprise.
Posted by
Bromley, Kent,, UK
1829 posts
As the link shows and my experience confirms, flying with them twice so far this year and again in a weeks time, you are allowed two pieces of hand luggage. It may differ if one of your flights is a codeshare.
Posted by
Columbus, Ohio, USA
25 posts
I recently flew BA (before the strikes and the volcano, thank goodness) and I took two pieces of hand luggage, no problem. One was a duffel that fit in the overhead and another was my Jansport backpack...that was chock full, but fit under the seat. No one questioned either. I don't think you should have any issues, especially if you can point out their official policy.
Posted by
Virginia, USA
5850 posts
Check their website. It depends to where you are flying. I just flew LHR to BCN and it was 1 personal item plus one carry on. I believe you might be limited to one now flying back to States due to extra security checks because of underpants bomber, but their website should show.