Budget Australian airline Jetstar will begin charging passengers for storing carry-on bags in the overhead compartments as part of an overhaul of the airline’s cabin baggage policy.

The new policy will take effect in February 2027, costing travelers between $18 and $37, depending on the route, to stow large bags on a one-way flight.

Bags stowed in the lockers can weigh up to 22 pounds and will no longer be weighed by airline staff before boarding, removing the current 15-pound limit. This pre-purchase “Priority Carry-on” option also includes early boarding access.

Passengers will still be allowed to stow smaller bags such as a purse, laptop bag…

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