24.06.2025 17:30
Members of the European Parliament's Transport Committee have called for a ban on airlines charging fees for small carry-on luggage. Accordingly, passengers will have the right to carry a small piece of hand luggage not exceeding 7 kilograms, along with a personal item such as a handbag, backpack, or laptop, without paying an additional fee.
The European Parliament (EP) Transport Committee, which met in Brussels, discussed proposals for updating air passenger rights in European Union (EU) countries. Committee member lawmakers accepted the amendment proposal to enhance air passenger rights with 38 "Yes" votes and 2 "No" votes.
REFUND WITHIN 14 DAYS FOR CANCELLATIONS OR LONG DELAYS
Accordingly, refunds for cancellations or long delays will be made to passengers within 14 days. If an intermediary company does not comply with the deadline set for refunds, the airline will make the reimbursement within 7 days.
NO FEES FOR CABIN BAGGAGE
A common size for cabin baggage will be determined within the EU. Air passengers will have the right to carry a small cabin baggage not exceeding 7 kilograms, along with a personal item such as a handbag, backpack, or laptop, without paying an additional fee.
NO EXTRA SEAT FEES FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12 AND PERSONS WITH REDUCED MOBILITY
Children under 12 will be able to sit next to their guardians without being charged a seat selection fee. Thus, no extra seat selection fee will be charged to those who want to sit next to their children. No extra fees will be charged for seat selection for those traveling with persons with reduced mobility. In case of damage or loss of equipment such as wheelchairs during the flight, immediate compensation will be required.
The proposal will be finalized after being voted on in the EP General Assembly and negotiated with member countries.