Budget Airline Jetstar to Charge Fees for Using the Overhead Bin
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Australian budget airline Jetstar announced it will charge passengers for overhead bin luggage, marking the first Australian carrier to implement such a fee. The new policy takes effect next February, following practices already adopted by international carriers like Ryanair and easyJet.
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Jetstar, a budget carrier, will be the first in Australia to start making passengers pay for carry-on luggage that doesn’t fit under the seat.
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Jetstar, an Australian budget airline, has announced that passengers will be charged more if they want to put bags in overhead compartments.
While other international carriers — including Ryanair and easyJet — have similar policies, the decision announced this week is a first for Australia.
What’s happening?
Jetstar, which is owned by Qantas, has a free carry-on allowance of seven kilograms, or a bit over 15 pounds, at the moment.
From next February, Jetstar passengers will be able to take 10 kilograms, or about 22 pounds, on board. Those traveling with a small bag — such as a backpack or laptop holder — will be able to place it under the seat for free.
But larger carry-on bags will incur a one-way fee starting from 25 Australian dollars, or $17.65. The airline said that, where possible, passengers who choose this option will be able to board first.
Stephanie Tully, Jetstar’s chief executive officer, said the changes would streamline boarding, help flights depart on time and make the best use of overhead bin space.
Laura Chung
is a Sydney-based reporter and researcher for The Times, covering Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.
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!Passengers with luggage line up at a red Jetstar service desk.
*Starting next February, Jetstar passengers will be charged for larger carry-on bags.
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Laura Chung
Reporting from Sydney, Australia
Aug. 6, 2026, 4:34 a.m. ET
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Jetstar, an Australian budget airline, has announced that passengers will be charged more if they want to put bags in overhead compartments.
While other international carriers — including Ryanair and easyJet — have similar policies, the decision announced this week is a first for Australia.
What’s happening?
Jetstar, which is owned by Qantas, has a free carry-on allowance of seven kilograms, or a bit over 15 pounds, at the moment.
From next February, Jetstar passengers will be able to take 10 kilograms, or about 22 pounds, on board. Those traveling with a small bag — such as a backpack or laptop holder — will be able to place it under the seat for free.
But larger carry-on bags will incur a one-way fee starting from 25 Australian dollars, or $17.65. The airline said that, where possible, passengers who choose this option will be able to board first.
Stephanie Tully, Jetstar’s chief executive officer, said the changes would streamline boarding, help flights depart on time and make the best use of overhead bin space.
Laura Chung
is a Sydney-based reporter and researcher for The Times, covering Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.
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