Carry-On Luggage Size report
Carry-on luggage can be carried directly in the cabin within the specified size without paying additional consignment fees. Do you know what size luggage can be used as a boarding box? Some airlines offer carry-on luggage as a free option instead of checked luggage, and some flyers prefer to travel with small suitcases to avoid spending too much time at the baggage claim area. However, different airlines have regulations on the size of carry-on baggage. Carry-on luggage that you would use domestically is usually slightly different from the luggage used for international flights. Therefore, it is important to find accurate information about the available carry-on luggage size to avoid the extra high checked baggage fees when planning your getaway.
When buying new carry-on suitcase, please make sure that the suitcase or bag you choose is perfect for storage in the overhead luggage rack or under the flight seat. Most domestic and international airlines have baggage size gauges at the airport, you could ask the airport staff for help. If your carry-on baggage cannot be placed in the above manner, or due to overweight and oversize reasons, or for safety reasons, it should be checked luggage.
Choose luggage with the correct size to ensure that your baggage does not exceed the airline’s carry-on luggage size limit. All airlines that allow carry-on luggage will publish their size restrictions on their official website. If you are not sure whether your baggage meets the conditions, please check the corresponding airline website for details. We would also explain the c arry-on luggage sizes of several airlines you should know. You can find more details below.
What is Carry-on Luggage?
Carry-on baggage refers to the type of baggage passengers can carry with them in the set. Major airlines allow passengers to take a limited number of small suitcases or bags, usually containing valuables and small items needed during the journey such as passport, laptop, wallet, clothes. Usually, carry-on luggage needs to be placed in a locker under the seat or overhead. The maximum size and weight of carry-on baggage for standard domestic flights: 2 pieces in first class and business class, each not exceeding 8KG (17 pounds); 1 piece in economy class, not exceeding 5KG (11 pounds). The length, width, and height of each piece of carry-on baggage shall not exceed 55 cm (22 inches), 35 cm (14 inches), 23 cm (9 inches), but some airlines allow 24 inches of luggage. For specific information, you need to check the official website of the airline you booked.
Airline Carry-on Luggage Regulations(Size Chart)
The following is a list of the carry-on luggage size and weight restrictions of many famous global airlines. The current height and weight limitations are for reference only, don't hesitate to contact your airline to confirm before traveling.
All airlines have weight restrictions for checked baggage, but many domestic airlines have not announced the weight restrictions for carry-on baggage. International airlines do impose a weight limit of 15 to 26 pounds, but your carry-on luggage is seldom to be weighed on the spot.
| AIRLINE（American) | SIZE IN INCHES | SIZE IN CM | WEIGHT/LBS | WEIGHT/KG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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| Alaska Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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| American Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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| Avianca Airlines
|
21.5 x 13.5 x 10 in
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55 x 35 x 25 cm
|
22 lb | 10 kg |
| Delta Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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15 or 22 lb²
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7 or 10 kg²
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| Frontier Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | 61 x 41 x 25 cm
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35 lb | 16 kg |
| Hawaiian Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in
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56 x 36 x 23 cm
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25 lb | 11 kg |
| JetBlue Airways | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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| Southwest Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | 61 x 41 x 25 cm
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| Spirit Airlines | 22 x 18 x 10 in | 56 x 46 x 25 cm
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| Sun County Airlines | 24 x 16 x 11 in | 61 x 41 x 28 cm
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35 lb | 16 kg |
| United Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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| WestJet | 21 x 15 x 9 in
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53 x 38 x 23 cm
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| AIRLINE(International) | SIZE IN INCHES | SIZE IN CM | WEIGHT/LBS | WEIGHT/KG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AirAsia
|
22 x 14 x 9 in
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56 x 36 x 23 cm
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15 lb | 7 kg |
| Air China | 21.5 x 16 x 8 in
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55 x 40 x 20 cm
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11 lb | 5 kg |
| Air Canada | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in
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55 x 40 x 23 cm
|
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| Air France | 21.5 x 14 x 10 in
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55 x 35 x 25 cm
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26 lb | 12 kg |
| Air New Zealand | 46.5 total linear
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118 cm²
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15 lb | 7 kg |
| Alitalia | 21.5 x 14 x 8 in
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55 x 35 x 20 cm
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18 lb | 8 kg |
| British Airways | 22 x 18 x 10 in
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56 x 45 x 25 cm
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51 lb | 23 kg |
| Swiss Air Lines
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21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in
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55 x 40 x 23 cm
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18 lb | 8 kg |
| Iceland Air | 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 in
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55 x 40 x 20 cm
|
22 lb | 10 kg |
| Japan Airlines | 22 x 16 x 10 in | 55 x 40 x 25 cm
|
22 lb | 10 kg |
| KLM | 21.5 x 14 x 10 in
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55 x 35 x 25 cm
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26 lb | 12 kg |
| Korean Air | 21.5 x 16 x 8 in | 55 x 40 x 20 cm
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22 lb | 10 kg |
| Lufthansa | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in
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55 x 40 x 23 cm
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18 lb | 8 kg |
| Norwegian Air | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in
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55 x 40 x 23 cm
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22 lb | 10 kg |
| Philippine Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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15 lb | 7 kg |
| Qantas Airways | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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15 lb | 7 kg |
| Singapore Airlines | 45 total linear | 115 cm²
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15 lb | 7 kg |
| Thai Airways | 22 x 18 x 10 in | 56 x 45 x 25 cm
|
15 lb | 7 kg |
| Virgin Atlantic | 22 x 14 x 9 in | 56 x 36 x 23 cm
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22 lb | 10 kg |
Items Are not Allowed in the Carry-on
After choosing the appropriate size of carry-on luggage, you must know which items are prohibited. For you to pass the security check at the airport, toiletries and other liquids or pastes, including food and beverages, must be packed in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces, and you must be able to pack the containers all into the required transparent zipper bags. After passing the security check, you can buy drinks or other liquids of any size in the airport.
According to national laws and airline policies, we have introduced some dangerous items that are forbidden to be carried or transported, including but not limited to the following things.If you are unclear about whether you can check in or carry items with you, please confirm with the corresponding airline as much as possible in advance.
Powerbank or lithium Ion Batteries
For safety reasons, please turn off the power of the device for spare batteries other than lithium metal batteries and lithium ion batteries, and do not charge them in the cabin. Electronic cigarettes and lighters can carry lithium-ion battery-type electronic cigarettes and their spare batteries. It cannot be transported as checked baggage.
Drinks and Foods
Heated bento boxes are considered dangerous items, that check-in or carry-on is prohibited. The carry-on restrictions for alcoholic beverages vary according to the alcohol level and quantity. Please check the detailed information of each airline in advance.
Personal Use Spray
Each person can carry a maximum of 2kg or 2L of non-radioactive cosmetic and pharmaceutical sprays in a maximum 0.5kg or 0.5L container, including hairdressing sprays, antiperspirants, disinfection sprays, cooling sprays, etc. The contains must not be flammable and must not contain toxic gases.
Airlines must implement size restrictions to ensure that each passenger and crew has enough space for carry-on luggage. There can be fewer problems or delays if passengers have the correct carry-on baggage size ahead of time. I wish you a happy journey.
