From October 23, 2027, new EU rules change what airlines can charge for hand luggage.
Each flyer gets one small personal item free. It can be a handbag, a small backpack, or a laptop case.
The free bag must fit under the seat in front of you. Measure it at home before you pack.
Some reports say a bigger bag up to 7 kg is free too. Others say only clear prices are certain.
Airlines must show fares that include a cabin bag before you start to book.
A cheap ticket will no longer jump in price at checkout when you add a bag.
Airlines can still offer cheaper tickets for flyers who travel with no hand luggage.
The EU rules may cover the flight home, but not the flight out of the UK.
The flight out is not covered. The flight back from Barcelona is covered.
Families in the UK will not pay extra to sit together on flights.
Until then, follow your airline's current fare terms. Check what your ticket includes.
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