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Vueling is Spain's largest low-cost carrier and a significant player in southern European aviation. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Barcelona, Vueling operates approximately 150 aircraft serving over 100 destinations across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

The airline is part of International Airlines Group (IAG), the same holding company that owns British Airways, Iberia, and Aer Lingus. This connection provides Vueling passengers access to the Avios loyalty currency shared across IAG carriers. Despite being a low-cost carrier, Vueling offers a more passenger-friendly approach than some ultra-low-cost competitors, with in-seat USB and AC power on many aircraft.

Vueling is not a member of a formal airline alliance but benefits from codeshare agreements with IAG partner airlines and participates in the Avios loyalty ecosystem.

Carry-On Allowance

Underseat Bag (free on all fares):

• Dimensions: 40 x 30 x 20 cm (16" x 12" x 8")
• Must fit under the seat in front of you
• No official weight limit
• Examples: Small backpack, laptop bag, handbag

Overhead Cabin Bag:

• Dimensions: 55 x 40 x 20 cm (22" x 16" x 8") including handles and wheels
• Weight limit: 10 kg (22 lbs)
• Included with: Fly bundle (as alternative to hold bag), Fly Grande bundle, Premium status
• Fly Light passengers: Cabin bag must be checked at the airport if not purchased

Fare/Add-On	Underseat Bag	Overhead Cabin Bag
Fly Light	Included	Must be checked or purchase
Fly	Included	OR 25kg hold bag (choose one)
Fly Grande	Included	Included
Vueling Club Premium	Included	Included

Size enforcement: Vueling checks bag dimensions at the gate. Non-compliant bags will be moved to the hold for a fee (EUR 45-75).

Checked Baggage

Vueling offers hold bags in various weight options. No fare includes free checked bags unless you select it as your option in the Fly bundle.

Hold Bag Fees (per bag, per flight):

Weight	Online Price	Airport Price
15 kg	From EUR 10	Higher
20 kg	From EUR 15	Higher
25 kg	EUR 18-160	EUR 160
30 kg	From EUR 25	Higher

Specifications:

• Maximum total dimensions: 158 cm (62") combined (length + width + height)
• Maximum weight per bag: 32 kg (70 lbs) with extra weight purchase
• Standard included weight: 25 kg
• Up to 4 hold bags per passenger

Excess Baggage:

• Overweight fee: EUR 12 per kg, up to maximum 32 kg per bag
• Bags over 32 kg are not accepted

Sports Equipment

Item	Online Price	Airport Price	Weight Limit
Golf clubs	EUR 45	EUR 75	32 kg
Skis/Snowboards	EUR 45	EUR 75	32 kg
Bicycles	EUR 45	EUR 75	32 kg
Surfboards	EUR 45	EUR 75	32 kg

All sports equipment must be securely packed.

Traveling with Children

• Children over 2 with own seat: Same baggage allowance as adults
• Infants on lap: Standard underseat bag allowance
• Free items for families with infants/small children: Pushchair, car seat (gate-check available)
• Family fare: Includes 2 free hold items for parents traveling with children under 2

Fees as of January 2026. Prices vary by route and booking timing. Verify at vueling.com/luggage before traveling.

Vueling operates a single-class cabin with Airbus A320 family aircraft. While positioned as a low-cost carrier, Vueling offers more amenities than some budget competitors.

Seating

Standard Seats (A320):

• Seat pitch: 29-30" (74-76 cm) - average for European short-haul
• Seat width: 17.7" (45 cm)
• Non-reclining Recaro slimline seats
• USB charging at every seat
• AC power sockets in rows 1-4

Standard Seats (A321):

• Seat pitch: 28-31" depending on row
• Rows 1-4: 31" pitch with AC sockets
• Rows 5-10: 29" pitch
• Rows 15-27: 28-29" pitch (DEF side slightly tighter)
• Rows 29-40: 30" pitch
• USB charging throughout

Space/Space Plus Seats (rows 2-4):

• 31" pitch with extra legroom
• Universal AC power sockets
• Price: EUR 10-85 depending on route
• Priority boarding included

XL Seats (exit rows 12, 28):

• Significantly more legroom
• Price: From EUR 10 additional
• Must be willing/able to assist in emergency

Row 1 (Space One):

• Most legroom on aircraft
• Premium pricing
• Cannot store bags under seat (bulkhead)

Seats to Avoid:

• Row 31 (A321): Narrower seats near lavatory
• Seats directly adjacent to lavatories
• DEF side rows 15-27 on A321 (tighter 28" pitch)

In-Flight Service

Food & Beverages:

• All items for purchase only - nothing complimentary
• Buy-on-board menu with hot and cold options
• Signature item: "Travelling Omelette" (tortilla espanola) - EUR 6.95
• Sandwiches, tapas, nuts, snacks
• Coffee from EUR 2.95
• Alcoholic beverages: beer, wine, cava
• Soft drinks and water

Payment: Cards accepted, Euros also accepted. Purchase during flight service (typically starts 50 minutes into flight).

Bringing Your Own Food: Permitted. Food purchased after security can be consumed on board. You cannot consume your own alcohol on board.

Entertainment:

• No seatback screens
• No streaming entertainment system
• WiFi available on many aircraft (paid service)
• USB power at every seat for personal devices
• Bring your own device and download content beforehand

WiFi:

• Available on most aircraft
• Paid service - check vueling.com for current pricing
• LED cabin lighting throughout fleet

Booking:

• Book directly on vueling.com for better customer service during disruptions
• Compare total cost with bags - Vueling can be cheaper than legacy carriers, but not always
• Fly bundle gives choice between overhead bag OR 25kg hold bag - good for one-way travelers with checked luggage
• Watch for sales, especially on routes from Barcelona

Bags:

• Always book bags online - airport fees are 3-5x higher
• Measure your underseat bag carefully (40 x 30 x 20 cm is smaller than it looks)
• Weigh bags at home - EUR 12/kg excess adds up quickly
• The Fly bundle overhead/hold bag choice cannot be changed after booking

Seats:

• Rows 1-4 have AC power sockets in addition to USB
• Exit rows (12, 28 on A321) offer best value for extra legroom
• Avoid DEF side rows 15-27 on A321 - slightly tighter pitch
• Space Plus seats include priority boarding

At the Airport:

• Check in online - saves time and sometimes required
• Barcelona El Prat: Allow extra time at this busy hub
• Rome Fiumicino: Check-in closes 45 minutes before (vs 40 at most airports)
• Some airports have check-in closing 4 hours before - verify your departure airport

Avios Strategy:

• If you fly IAG airlines (BA, Iberia, Aer Lingus), pool your Avios
• Transfer Avios to BA or Iberia for better redemption value on longer flights
• Vueling Avios redemptions are dynamic - better for cheap cash fares

Common Issues:

• Fly Light passengers cannot bring overhead bags - must check at airport for a fee
• Online check-in closing times vary significantly by airport
• Peak summer routes from BCN can be crowded - book early

Best Value:

• Fly Light is genuinely cheap for travelers with just an underseat bag
• For one checked bag: Compare Fly bundle (includes 25kg) vs Fly Light + bag add-on
• Fly Grande only worth it if you need flexibility - changes/cancellation rarely needed for leisure