Carry-on Luggage Size Chart for 57 Major Airlines [Dimensions, Sizes & More]

- UPDATED: June 20, 2019

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Whether you’re flying domestically or internationally, every airline has its own carry-on luggage size restrictions. There is no one-size-fits-all, so you need to check your airline’s specific policy before traveling to ensure your carry-on bag isn’t rejected with potential additional charges.

Below, you’ll find a helpful chart detailing the most popular airlines’ carry-on restrictions, including the size and weight of a standard carry-on, and whether this varies due to the cabin you’re traveling in.

Unless specified, the maximum weight allowance is across your standard carry-on luggage and personal item combined.

Airline	Cabin	Maximum Size	Maximum Weight	Personal Item
AeroMexico	Main Cabin	56 x 36 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Max weight 3 kg 6.6 lbs
AeroMexico	Club Premier	56 x 36 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	18 kg 40 lbs	Max weight 3 kg 6.6 lbs
Air Canada	All	55 x 40 x 23 cm 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Max size 33 x 43 x 15 cm 13 x 17 x 6 in
Air China	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	5 kg 11 lbs	No
Air China	Business Class / First Class x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	8 kg 17 lbs each	No
Air Europa Líneas Aéreas	Economy	55 x 35 x 25 cm 22 x 14 x 10 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Max size 20 x 30 x 35 cm 8 x 12 x 13.5 in
Air Europa Líneas Aéreas	Business	55 x 35 x 25 cm 22 x 14 x 10 in	18 kg 40 lbs (14 kg / 31 lbs for domestic & short-haul)	Max size 20 x 30 x 35 cm 8 x 12 x 13.5 in
Air France-KLM	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 35 x 25 cm 22 x 14 x 10 in	12 kg 26 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Air France-KLM	Premium Economy / Business / La Première x 2 bags	55 x 35 x 25 cm 22 x 14 x 10 in	18 kg 40 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Air India	All	Boeing & Airbus aircraft: 55 x 35 x 25 cm 10 x 14 x 10 in ATR aircraft: 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in	Boeing & Airbus aircraft: 8 kg 18lbs ATR aircraft: 5 kg 11 lbs	Yes
Aer Lingus	All	55 x 40 x 24 cm 21.5 x 15.5 x 9.5 in	10 kg 22 lb	Max size 25 x 33 x 20 cm 10 x 13 x 8 in
Aeroflot	Economy Class / Comfort Class	55 x 40 x 25 cm 22 x 16 x 10 in	15 kg 22 lb	Max size 80 cm 31.5 in linear Max weight 5 kg 11 lbs
Aeroflot	Business Class	55 x 40 x 25 cm 22 x 16 x 10 in	15 kg 33 lbs	Max size 80 cm 31.5 in linear Max weight 5 kg 11 lbs
Air New Zealand	Economy x 1 bag	118 cm 46.5 in linear	7 kg 15 lbs	Yes
Air New Zealand	Premium Economy / Business Premier x 2 bags	118 cm 46.5 in linear	14 kg 30 lbs total (1 item may weigh up to 10 kg / 22 lbs)	Yes
Alaska Airlines	All	56 x 36 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Yes
Alitalia	All	55 x 35 x 25 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 38 x 41 x 18 cm 15 x 16 x 7 in
Allegiant Air	All	55 x 35 x 25 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Yes
American Airlines	All	56 x 36 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Max size 46 x 36 x 20 cm 18 x 14 x 8 in
All Nippon Airways (ANA)	All	56 x 41 x 25 cm 22 x 16 x 10 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Yes
Asiana Airlines	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Yes
Asiana Airlines	Business / First Class x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	10 kg / 22 lbs each	Yes
Austrian Airlines	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 5.5 x 4 in
Austrian Airlines	Business Class x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs each	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 5.5 x 4 in
Avianca & TACA	All	115 cm 45 in linear	10 kg 22 lbs	Yes
British Airways	All	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	23 kg 51 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in Max weight 23 kg 51 lbs
Brussels Airlines	All	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	12 kg 26 lbs	Max size 40 x 10 x 30 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Cathay Pacific Airways	Economy / Premium Economy	56 x 35.5 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	7 / 15 lbs	Max size 15 x 30.5 x 41 cm 6 x 12 x 16 in
	Business Class		10 kg 22 lbs
	First Class		15 kg 33 lbs
China Eastern Airlines	Economy / Business Class x 1 bag	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	10 kg 22 lbs	No
China Eastern Airlines	First Class x 2 bags	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	10 kg 22 lbs	No
China Southern Airlines	Economy / Premium Economy / Business Class x 1 bag	115 cm 45 in linear	5 kg 11 lbs	Yes
China Southern Airlines	First Class x 2 bags	115 cm 45 in linear	5 kg 11 lbs each	Yes
Delta Air Lines	All	56 x 35.5 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Yes
EasyJet Airline	All	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	Undisclosed	Only with certain fare types. Max size 45 x 36 x 20 cm 18 x 14 x 8 in
El Al Israel Airlines	Economy	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Yes
	Business		20 kg 44 lbs (16 kg / 35 lbs max for one item)
	First		24 kg 53 lbs (16 kg / 35 lbs max for one item)
Emirates	All	55 x 38 x 20 cm 22 x 15 x 8 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Only permitted for Business / First Class passengers. Size restrictions apply.
Etihad Airways	Economy	40 x 50 x 25 cm 16 x 20 x 10 in	7kg 15 lbs	Yes
Etihad Airways	Business / First Class	40 x 50 x 25 cm 16 x 20 x 10 in	12 kg 26.5 lbs total	Yes
Eurowings	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 23 cm 31 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Eurowings	BIZclass x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 23 cm 31 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
EVA Air	Economy / Premium Economy x 1 bag	23 x 36 x 56 cm 9 x 14 x 22 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 4 in
EVA Air	Royal Laurel / Premium Laurel / Business Class x 2 bags	23 x 36 x 56 cm 9 x 14 x 22 in	7 kg 15 lbs each	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 4 in
Ethiopian Airlines	Economy x 1 bag	23 x 40 x 55 cm 9 x 16 x 22 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Max weight 5 kg 11 lbs
Ethiopian Airlines	Business Class x 2 bags	23 x 40 x 55 cm 9 x 16 x 22 in	7 kg 15 lbs each	Max weight 5 kg 11 lbs
Finnair	Economy x 1 bag	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Finnair	Business Class x 2 bags	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Frontier Airlines	All	61 x 41 x 24 cm 24 x 16 x 10 in	16 kg 35 lbs	Max size 46 x 35.5 x 20 cm 18 x 14 x 8 in
Garuda Indonesia	Economy	41 cm x 34 cm x 17 cm 16 x 13 x 7 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Yes
Garuda Indonesia	Business Class / First Class	56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Yes
Hainan Airlines	Economy x 2 bags	20 x 40 x 55 cm 8 x 16 x 22 in	5 kg 11 lbs	Yes
Hainan Airlines	Business Class / First Class x 2 bags	20 x 40 x 55 cm 8 x 16 x 22 in	5 kg 11 lbs each	Yes
Hawaiian Airlines	All	56 x 35.5 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	11 kg 25 lbs	Yes
Iberia	All classes 1 bag excl. Business Plus Long Haul x 2 bags	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	Undisclosed	Yes
Icelandair	All	55 x 40 x 20 cm 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9 in
Japan Airlines	All	56 x 41 x 25 cm 22 x 16 x 10 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Yes
JetBlue Airways	All	56 x 35.5 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Yes
Korean Air Lines	Economy x 1 bag	Undisclosed	12 kg 25 lbs	Yes
Korean Air Lines	First / Prestige x 2 bags	Undisclosed	18 kg 40 lbs	Yes
Kuwait Airways	Economy Class x 1 bag	56 x 46 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Max size 23 x 36 x 56 cm 9 x 14 x 22 in
Kuwait Airways	Business Class / First Class x 1 bag	56 x 46 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	11 kg 24 lbs	Max size 23 x 36 x 56 cm 9 x 14 x 22 in
Lufthansa	Economy / Premium Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Yes
Lufthansa	Business / First x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs each	Yes
Norwegian Air Shuttle	LowFare / LowFare+ / Flex / Premium	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Max size 25 x 33 x 20 cm 10 x 15 x 8 in
Norwegian Air Shuttle	All	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	15 kg 33 lbs	Max size 25 x 33 x 20 cm 10 x 15 x 8 in
Philippine Airlines	All	115 cm 45 in linear	7 kg 15 lbs	2 personal items are permitted
Qantas Airways	Economy x 1 bag + 1 non-rigid garment bag	Carry-on: 56 x 36 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in Garment bag: 60 x 11 x 114 cm 24 x 4 x 45 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Yes
Qantas Airways	Premium Economy / Business / First x 1 or 2 bags + 1 non-rigid garment bag	Option between 1 x carry-on: 56 x 36 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in or 2 x carry-on: 48 x 34 x 23 cm 19 x 13 x 9 in Garment bag: 60 x 11 x 114 cm 24 x 4 x 45 in	7 kg 15 lbs per carry-on bag	Yes
RyanAir	All	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Max size 40 x 20 x 25 cm 16 x 8 x 10 in
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)	SAS Go Light / SAS Go / SAS Plus x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 15 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)	SAS Business x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 15 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 6 in
Singapore Airlines	Economy / Premium Economy x 1 bag	115cm 45 in linear	7 kg 15 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 4 in
Singapore Airlines	Business / First Class x 2 bags	115cm 45 in linear	7 kg 15 lbs each	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 4 in
Southwest Airlines	All	61 x 41 x 25 cm 24 x 16 x 10 in	Undisclosed	Max size 34 x 21.5 x 47 cm 13.5 x 8.5 x 18.5 in
Spirit Airlines	All	56 x 46 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	Undisclosed	For Bare Fare passengers Max size 46 x 35.5 x 20 cm 18 x 14 x 8 in
Swiss International Air Lines	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9.5 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 4 in
Swiss International Air Lines	Business / First Class x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9.5 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 10 cm 16 x 12 x 4 in
Transportes Aéreos Portugueses (TAP) Air Portugal	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Max size 40 x 30 x 15 cm 16 x 12 x 5 in Max weight 2 kg 4 lbs
Transportes Aéreos Portugueses (TAP) Air Portugal	Executive Class x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 8 in	8 kg 18 lbs
Thai Airways	All	56 x 45 x 25 cm 22 x 18 x 10 in	7 kg 15 lbs	Max size 37.5 x 25 x 12.5 cm 15 x 10 x 5 in Max weight 1.5 kg 3.3 lbs
Thomas Cook Airlines	Economy	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	6 kg 13 lbs	Yes
Thomas Cook Airlines	Premium Class	55 x 40 x 20 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Yes
Turkish Airlines	Economy x 1 bag	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Yes
Turkish Airlines	Business x 2 bags	55 x 40 x 23 cm 22 x 16 x 9 in	8 kg 18 lbs	Yes
United Airlines	All	56 x 35.5 x 23 cm 22 x 14 x 9 in	Undisclosed	Yes
Virgin Atlantic	Economy / Premium Economy x 1 bag	23 x 36 x 56 cm 9 x 14 x 22 in	10 kg 22 lbs	Yes
Virgin Atlantic	Upper Class x 2 bags	23 x 36 x 56 cm 9 x 14 x 22 in	12 kg / 26.5 lbs individual item. 16 kg / 35 lbs total weight	Yes

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FAQ

What is considered carry-on luggage?

There are no standard sizes for carry-on luggage, with every airline assigning their own size and weight restrictions. If you are looking to purchase a carry-on bag that would be accepted by most airlines, then the most common maximum size would be 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm (22 inches x 14 inches x 9 inches (including all handles and wheels).

Which carry-on luggage is best?

The best carry-on bag will depend on your individual requirements, for example, whether you need a wheelie case or a backpack, or a bag with a laptop compartment or built-in security. We’ve highlighted the best carry-on luggage bags for any traveler, ranging from soft and hard shell wheelies to convenient backpacks.

Is a backpack considered carry-on?

A backpack would be considered a carry-on item if it adheres to the maximum size restrictions of a specific airline. Most airlines have a larger size allowance for a standard carry-on piece and slightly smaller for a personal item (where permitted).

What is not allowed in a carry-on bag?

For safety reasons, there are certain items that are prohibited for carry-on luggage. These include individual liquids over 100ml (3.4 ounces) or a combined allowance over 1 liter (1 quart), sharp objects such as scissors, blades or pen knives, firearms, sporting equipment such as baseball bats or hockey sticks, tools, lighters, matches or other flammable items.

Is there a weight limit for carry-on luggage?

Similar to size restrictions, there are no standards for maximum weight allowances for carry-on luggage. These are defined by each individual airline, with some airlines actually not stating a restriction – just that you must be able to lift the bag into the overhead compartment yourself.

It’s also worth checking whether the airline’s stated weight allowance applies just to your carry-on piece or combined across your carry-on and personal item (if applicable).

What is the difference between a personal item and carry-on?

Many airlines allow passengers to bring a personal item in addition to a carry-on bag. A personal item is usually a smaller bag such as handbag, briefcase or laptop bag that should be able to be stored under the seat in front of you. Some airlines specify size and weight restrictions for personal items, while many leave this undisclosed.

What is hand baggage only?

If you have booked a “hand baggage only” fare (sometimes referred to as a basic fare), this means that you may only bring hand baggage that is within the airline’s restrictions. No hold baggage is included. Depending on your airline, this may include 1 standard piece of carry-on and 1 smaller personal item. Each airline defines their own size and weight restrictions for carry-on so check the table above for more information.

What does TSA allow for carry-on?

TSA allow passengers to pack certain items in their carry-on baggage and prohibits others. Liquids may be brought on board under the 3-1-1 rule: maximum of 3.4 ounces per container up to a total of 1 quart, within a clear, zip top bag, with 1 bag permitted per passenger. Exemptions to this rule are made for infant necessities or required medication. Items such as lighters, blades and baseball bats are not permitted in your carry-on. See more information here.

What is the standard size of a carry-on bag?

There are no universal standards for carry-on baggage with each airline setting their own size and weight restrictions. If you wanted to purchase a bag that would adhere to most of the different airline’s standards then this would be 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm (22 inches x 14 inches x 9 inches (including all handles and wheels).

Can I take my phone charger in my carry on?

General chargers for electronic devices can be packed as carry-on or into your checked baggage. If you’re using a portable power bank then most airlines require you to pack this in your carry-on bag due to fire risks from lithium batteries in the hold.

Is a 24 inch suitcase a carry on?

A 24 inch suitcase would be considered carry-on by some airlines, but not all. Some airlines state max linear dimension only so as long as your other two measurements were smaller to allow for the 24 inch length then this would be fine, but generally, a suitcase measuring 22 inches x 14 inches x 9 would be the most widely accepted. This includes American Airlines and United Airlines.

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4 comments

Malden · July 14, 2019 · Reply
The size limits shown for Alitalia are not correct according to their web site.
For a personal item, the current limit is 36 cm x 45 cm x 20 cm. In inches, this is 17.1 x 14.2 x 7.9.
For an overhead bag, your chart shows the correct limit in centimeters. But you say that 25 cm is equivalent to 9 inches. But it’s actually equal to 9.84 inches, so 10 inches would be more accurate for the chart.
- Catherine Luther · July 15, 2019 · Reply
  Hi Malden,
  Thank you again for your input. Where only 1 unit of measurement has been provided by the airline, to represent another we have rounded down rather than up to reflect sizing that would be compliant with the airlines rules rather than providing a figure that would not.
Jody Diehl · July 15, 2019 · Reply
Is there anywhere in the US that actually sells the 22x18x10 bag allowed by British Airways? I’m stumped! Thanks.
- Christine Krzyszton · July 15, 2019 · Reply
  Hi Jody. Yes, luggage that size is sold by a large number of retailers in the U.S. Here’s a recent article with some ideas. https://upgradedpoints.com/best-carry-on-luggage-bags/