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Europe's orange low-cost airline

  • United KingdomCountry
  • U2IATA Code
  • EZYICAO Code
  • IndependentAlliance
  • Low-CostAirline Type

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About easyJet

easyJet is one of Europe’s largest low-cost airlines, flying from London Gatwick and bases across the UK and Europe. Every fare includes a free 45 × 36 × 20 cm under-seat bag, while a large 56 × 45 × 25 cm cabin bag comes with certain seats or as an add-on. This guide covers bag sizes and gate checks, check-in, 2026 power bank rules, easyJet Plus and how easyJet compares with Ryanair and Wizz Air.

easyJet was founded in 1995 and is based at London Luton Airport. It flies an all-Airbus fleet from bases across the UK and Europe and also sells package holidays.

easyJet flights to London Gatwick
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Check-In and Boarding

Online check-in is free and opens up to 30 days before departure on the website and app, and mobile boarding passes work at most airports.

Bag drop usually closes 40 minutes before departure and gates close 30 minutes before, so do not cut it fine at busy airports such as Gatwick.

Power Banks on easyJet

New international (ICAO) rules for 2026, in force in the UK from 27 March 2026, apply to easyJet flights:

  • A maximum of two power banks per person, carried in the cabin only.
  • Power banks cannot be charged on board, and you should not use them to charge your phone during the flight.
  • Up to 100 Wh is fine; 100–160 Wh needs the airline’s approval.

Keep power banks in your under-seat bag so they stay with you if a larger bag is sent to the hold.

Families and Special Assistance

Infants under two travel on an adult’s lap, and families can choose seats together. Only assistance dogs are carried, on many routes, and special assistance should be requested in advance.

How to Find Cheap easyJet Flights

Cheap easyJet flights: airplane flying in a blue sky
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  • Travel with the free bag: the under-seat bag is enough for a weekend.
  • Book early: prices rise as flights fill, especially in school holidays.
  • Compare airports: Luton, Stansted and Southend can beat Gatwick, and vice versa.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see easyJet next to Ryanair, Vueling and others.

easyJet vs Ryanair vs Wizz Air

All three are low-cost airlines with a free under-seat bag and paid extras.

easyJetRyanairWizz Air
Base countryUnited KingdomIrelandHungary
Free bag45 × 36 × 20 cm40 × 30 × 20 cm40 × 30 × 20 cm
Large cabin bag56 × 45 × 25 cm55 × 40 × 20 cm, 10 kgPaid add-on
Typical airportsMain airportsOften secondary airportsCentral and Eastern Europe

See our Ryanair guide and Vueling guide to compare.

Arriving at London Gatwick

Gatwick is about 45 km south of central London. The Gatwick Express, Thameslink and Southern trains run to London, and coaches serve many UK cities.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is easyJet a Good Airline?

Yes, for short trips around Europe. easyJet flies to main airports more often than most rivals, has a roomier free bag and runs frequent flights. Watch the bag rules and price in any extras before you compare fares.

For more options, see our British Airways guide, our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against published easyJet bag rules and the UK CAA power bank guidance. Fees change, so check the official easyJet website before you travel.

Airline Partnerships

easyJet is not a member of an airline alliance. Most flights are sold point-to-point, though its Worldwide service can link its flights with some partner airlines.

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

Through the Worldwide service, you can connect its flights with some partner airlines at selected airports, such as London Gatwick.

Hubs & Focus Cities

London Gatwick (LGW) is the largest base, with others at London Luton, Bristol, Manchester, Geneva, Milan Malpensa and Paris.

Popular easyJet Routes

Popular routes link London Gatwick with Edinburgh, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Málaga and Palma, and Geneva with London. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

easyJet Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

Every easyJet fare includes a small under-seat bag, and you add a large cabin bag, hold bags and seats as you need them. Most flights can be changed for a fee plus any fare difference, and changes cost less when made well in advance. Name changes are possible for a fee.

UK261 and EU261 cover long delays and cancellations on flights from the UK and EU, and claims can be made online.

  • Standard fares Small under-seat bag included; extras paid.
  • Changes A fee plus any fare difference; cheaper well in advance.
  • Name changes Possible for a fee.
  • UK and EU passenger rights UK261 and EU261 may apply for long delays and cancellations.
  • How to change Use Manage Bookings on easyjet.com or the easyJet app.

easyJet Seat Selection & Additional Services

Seats are allocated free at check-in if you don't pay to choose. Up Front and Extra Legroom seats come with a large cabin bag and Speedy Boarding, and can cost about the same as a cabin bag alone.

  • Seats Free random seat at check-in; pay to choose.
  • Up Front and Extra Legroom seats Include a large cabin bag and Speedy Boarding.
  • Speedy Boarding Available to buy.
  • easyJet Holidays Flight and hotel packages.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

easyJet Baggage Allowance

Every passenger can bring one under-seat bag of up to 45 × 36 × 20 cm, with no weight limit as long as you can lift it yourself. It is larger than Ryanair's and Wizz Air's free bag (40 × 30 × 20 cm), so a small backpack often fits. A large cabin bag (56 × 45 × 25 cm) comes with Up Front or Extra Legroom seats or easyJet Plus, or can be added for a fee.

Hold bags come in 15 kg and 23 kg sizes. Bags are measured at the gate, and an oversized bag goes in the hold for a fee, so book the bags you need early.

  • Under-seat bag (all fares) Up to 45 × 36 × 20 cm; no weight limit if you can lift it.
  • Large cabin bag Up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm, with Up Front or Extra Legroom seats, easyJet Plus, or paid.
  • Hold bags 15 kg or 23 kg, added at booking or in Manage Bookings.
  • Gate checks Oversized bags go in the hold for a fee.
  • Tip Add bags online at booking to save money.

easyJet Plus: easyJet Loyalty Programme

The airline doesn't run a points-based frequent flyer programme. easyJet Plus is a paid annual membership with benefits such as free seat selection, a large cabin bag, dedicated bag drop and fast track at some airports.

  • Programme easyJet Plus (paid membership).
  • Benefits Seat selection, large cabin bag, bag drop and fast track at some airports.
  • No points There is no points-based programme.
Join or log in on the easyJet website

easyJet: Frequently Asked Questions

01What are easyJet’s IATA and ICAO codes?

The airline's two-character IATA code is U2. It appears in flight numbers (for example U2 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is EZY, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.

02Which airline alliance is easyJet part of?

It is not a member of a global airline alliance, although it may still have codeshare or interline agreements with individual airlines.

03Where is easyJet headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in London Luton Airport, United Kingdom.

04When was easyJet founded?

The airline was founded in 1995.

05What are easyJet’s main hubs?

Its main hubs and focus cities are: London Gatwick (LGW) – Main Base.

06What size is easyJet's free under-seat bag?

Up to 45 × 36 × 20 cm, with no weight limit as long as you can lift it yourself. It must fit under the seat in front.

07How do I get a large cabin bag on easyJet?

Book an Up Front or Extra Legroom seat, join easyJet Plus, or add a large cabin bag (56 × 45 × 25 cm) for a fee.

08When does easyJet check-in open?

Online check-in is free and opens up to 30 days before departure. Bag drop usually closes 40 minutes before departure.

09Does easyJet have a frequent flyer programme?

No points scheme. easyJet Plus is a paid annual membership with free seat selection, dedicated bag drop and fast track at some airports.

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