Oops, airasia won't be able to screw people as much with luggage fees if the upcoming rules go into effect in the EU.
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EU hand luggage is about to get less confusing
European lawmakers have voted to get rid of tricksy, confusing airline carry-on fees and promote standardization across the industry.
The proposal still requires approval from EU member states but, if adopted, travelers could soon be guaranteed a lot more free hand luggage than is currently standard on the region’s budget airlines.
Right now, low-cost carriers including EasyJet and Ryanair allow passengers one free bag that must fit under the seat in front.
However, with no standardized dimensions across airlines, travelers have often been caught unawares with incorrectly sized bags when switching between carriers.
The new rule would allow passengers to bring one cabin bag measuring up to 100 centimeters (about 40 inches) and weighing up to seven kilos (15.4 pounds), plus an under-the-seat personal item with maximum dimensions of 40 x 30 x 15 centimeters. (That’s about the size of a small backpack.)
https://edition.cnn.com/2025/07/05/travel/travel-news-europe-hand-luggage-rules