Hand luggage Air passenger rights Hidden fees Published 22 July 2025

Packed with problems: consumers call for free and fair hand luggage rules across Europe

Confusing rules, surprise fees and a lack of transparency have turned hand luggage into a major pain point for air travellers in Belgium, Italy, Spain and Portugal. Euroconsumers’ latest survey reveals growing frustration and a clear demand for change: passengers want consistent, fair and transparent baggage policies across Europe, with hand luggage included in the ticket price as standard, not treated as a paid extra.

Type

Test and Surveys

Topics

Hand luggage rules

Markets

BE · IT · ES · PT

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