Does the Osprey Farpoint 40 fit British Airways' cabin bag?

Yes, just. Fits with 0.9 cm to spare on the tightest side. It's too big for British Airways' personal item (15.1 cm too long).

Tight fit

Flying with
56 × 45 × 25 cm, 23 kg
Checking
55.1 × 35.1 × 23.1 cm, backpack
Units
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Tight fit

Fits with 0.9 cm to spare on the tightest side.

BagOsprey Farpoint 40
Cabin bagBritish Airways
Length
55.1of 56 cm0.9 cm spare
Width
35.1of 45 cm9.9 cm spare
Depth
23.1of 25 cm1.9 cm spare
Weight23 kg limit

Empty it weighs 1.54 kg, leaving 21.5 kg for your things.

What you can do

  • Pack it before you measure. A full pocket can add 3 to 5 cm.
  • Fits 4 other airlines, including Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines. See all

British Airways rules checked 2 Nov 2026. Source. Sizes include wheels and handles.

Side by side

Osprey Farpoint 40 against British Airways' limits. Bags can be turned, so the longest side is compared with the longest limit.

Cabin bag: 56 × 45 × 25 cm, 23 kg
SideBagLimitResult
Length55.1 cm56 cm0.9 cm spare
Width35.1 cm45 cm9.9 cm spare
Depth23.1 cm25 cm1.9 cm spare
Personal item: 40 × 30 × 15 cm, 23 kg
SideBagLimitResult
Length55.1 cm40 cm15.1 cm over
Width35.1 cm30 cm5.1 cm over
Depth23.1 cm15 cm8.1 cm over

Empty it weighs 1.54 kg of the 23 kg limit.

British Airways rules worth knowing

  • Personal item: Handbag or laptop bag.
  • Both bags are included on every fare, up to 23 kg each, as long as you can lift them into the bin yourself.

Airlines where the Osprey Farpoint 40 fits

Bags that fit British Airways' cabin bag

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Good to know

Will the Osprey Farpoint 40 still fit British Airways when it's packed?

Only just. Keep the front pockets flat and the expansion zip closed, and measure it packed before you leave.

What is British Airways' cabin bag size limit?

British Airways' cabin bag limit is 56 × 45 × 25 cm, up to 23 kg.

Which other bags fit British Airways?

Rimowa Essential Cabin, Away Carry-On, American Tourister Soundbox Spinner 55 and Horizn Studios H5 Cabin Luggage are right on the limit, so don't overpack.