Bloomberg
• Karen Leigh
Jetstar Airways will introduce a size-based carry-on model from February 2027, removing its current 7kg limit while charging passengers for overhead-bin access. The airline is also offering an optional 10kg carry-on allowance, with fees reportedly reaching A$36, further expanding ancillary revenue opportunities.
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Jetstar Airways will introduce a size-based carry-on model from February 2027, removing its current 7kg limit while charging passengers for overhead-bin access. The airline is also offering an optional 10kg carry-on allowance, with fees reportedly reaching A$36, further expanding ancillary revenue opportunities.
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