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Business Class Packing Guide: What to Pack and What's Provided

Business class includes amenity kits, pyjamas, and generous baggage allowances. Here is exactly what to pack and what you can leave at home.

By BookMyBusinessClass Editorial·7 min read·Updated 2026-04-05

What business class provides (so you don't need to pack it)

Business class on most long-haul flights provides: an amenity kit (moisturiser, lip balm, eye mask, earplugs, socks), pyjamas (on flights 8+ hours), a pillow and duvet, slippers, noise-cancelling headphones (on most airlines), and toiletries in the lavatory. This means you can pack lighter than you might expect.

Emiratesamenity kits feature Bvlgari products. Qatar Airways uses Diptyque. Singapore Airlines offers Penhaligon's. The kits are yours to keep and are a nice perk of business class travel.

Essential items to pack in your carry-on

Based on our experience flying thousands of business class flights, here are the items we always pack:

1. Noise-cancelling headphones (your own). Airline-provided headphones are acceptable but your own Bose QC45 or Sony WH-1000XM5 are better. 2. A good moisturiser and lip balm. Cabin air is extremely dry at altitude. The amenity kit products are often small — bring your own. 3. Eye drops. Especially important on flights over 10 hours. 4. A portable charger. Business class seats have power outlets, but a backup is useful in the lounge. 5. Entertainment downloaded to your device. Wi-Fi is available but often slow. Download content before departure.

Baggage allowance in business class

Business class typically includes 2 checked bags at 32kg (70lb) each, plus a carry-on bag and personal item. This is significantly more generous than economy class (usually 1 bag at 23kg).

Specific allowances by airline: Emirates: 2 × 32kg checked + 1 carry-on (7kg) Qatar Airways: 2 × 32kg checked + 1 carry-on (7kg) + 1 laptop bag British Airways: 2 × 32kg checked + 1 carry-on + 1 personal item Singapore Airlines: 2 × 32kg checked + 1 carry-on (7kg)

The generous baggage allowance means you rarely need to worry about packing light for business class trips.

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Business Class Packing Guide: What to Pack and What's Provided — quick reference
Categoryhow-to
Read time7 minutes
AuthorBookMyBusinessClass Editorial
Sections covered3 sections, 2 FAQs
Last updated2026-04-05

Key takeaways

What you'll learn from this guide

  • What business class provides (so you don't need to pack it). Business class on most long-haul flights provides: an amenity kit (moisturiser, lip balm, eye mask, earplugs, socks), pyjamas (on flights 8+ hours), a pillow and duvet, slippers, noise-cancelling head…
  • Essential items to pack in your carry-on. Based on our experience flying thousands of business class flights, here are the items we always pack:
  • Baggage allowance in business class. Business class typically includes 2 checked bags at 32kg (70lb) each, plus a carry-on bag and personal item. This is significantly more generous than economy class (usually 1 bag at 23kg).

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What is included in a business class amenity kit?
Most business class amenity kits include moisturiser, lip balm, an eye mask, earplugs, socks, a toothbrush and toothpaste, and a comb. Premium airlines use designer brands: Emirates has Bvlgari, Qatar has Diptyque, and Singapore Airlines has Penhaligon's.
How much luggage can I take in business class?
Business class typically allows 2 checked bags at 32kg each, plus a carry-on bag (7kg) and a personal item. This totals up to 71kg of luggage — significantly more than economy class.

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