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2024 Checked Luggage Size Chart and Allowances for 62 Airlines [Dimensions, Sizes and More]

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Key Takeaways

  • Airline policies for checked luggage sizes and weights vary, with most allowing bags up to 62 linear inches and 50 pounds, though these limits can differ by airline and route.
  • Oversized or overweight bags incur additional fees, which can be substantial, making it important for travelers to check specific airline policies before packing.
  • Understanding airline baggage rules helps avoid unexpected charges and issues during check-in boarding.

With no universal set of rules for checked luggage allowances, you need to review what you’re permitted to bring with you every time you travel in order to avoid excess charges.

Allowances can differ from airline to airline, with some allocating a total weight allowance and some restricting passengers to a specific number of pieces. Airline policies can also vary depending on the route and will nearly always vary based on the cabin you’re traveling in.

Your ticket will give you the most accurate information for your specific flight. If baggage details are not included on your ticket, you can check out our handy table below that details allowances for over 60 popular airlines. Where available, you can also click the airline name for a more detailed overview of the airline’s baggage policy, including excess charges and frequent flyer allowances.

Hot Tip:

When talking about baggage allowances, many airlines refer to “maximum linear dimensions” or something similar. This is merely the number you get when you add together the length, width (or height), and depth of a piece of luggage. For example, if you had a suitcase that’s 26 inches long, 20 inches wide, and 16 inches deep, then its linear dimensions are 62 inches, or right at the maximum for many airlines.

Traveling light? We’ve also covered carry-on luggage allowances with a similar size chart.

Checked Luggage Allowances by Airline

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Airline

Cabin or Fare Type

Checked Bag Size

Number of Bags or Weight Allowance

Maximum Bag Weight

First Bag Fee

Aer Lingus

European Saver

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

44 to 88 pounds (20 to 40 kg); weight allowance is dependent on the weight purchased and how and when the purchase is made

€25/£24 (about $30) to €95/£83 ($105)

European Plus

1

44 pounds (20 kg)

Included

European Advantage

European Aerspace

Transatlantic Saver

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

Online: $54.99 to $64.99

Airport: $100

Transatlantic Economy Smart or Flex

1

Included

Business or Business Flex

3

150 pounds (69 kg) combined weight of 3 bags

Aeroflot

Economy – Lite & Promo Lite

80 inches (203 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg) per piece

Prepaid: $98 to $125

Airport: $125

Economy – Classic, Saver & Promo
Comfort – Base Fare

1

Included

Economy Flex Fare Family

2

Comfort – Flex & Classic Fare

Business – Base Fare

1

70 pounds (32 kg) per piece

Business – Flex & Classic Fare

2

AeroMexico
Baggage allowance and weight is route-dependent

Basic Fare

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0 to 2

Maximum 50 pounds (23 kg)

$30 to $145 for a 44-pound (20 kg) piece

Classic Fare

0 to 1

Max. 55 pounds (25 kg)

$30 to $145 for a 44-to-55-pound (20 to 25 kg) bag

AM Plus

0 to 2

Premier/Premier Light/Premier One

2

Max. 70 pounds (32 kg)

Included

Air Canada

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0 to 1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included/$30 to $36 ($75 for economy basic fares)

Premium Economy

2

Included

Premium Rogue

50/70 pounds (23/32 kg)

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

Air China

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

1 to 2

50 pounds (23 kg) per piece

Included

Premium Economy

2

Business

70 pounds (32 kg) per piece

First

Air Europa Líneas Aéreas
Baggage allowance varies by route; check the Air Europa website for details

Economy Lite

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

Varies. Check baggage calculator for specific fees.

Economy – Standard/Flex

1

Included

Premium – Standard/Flex

1

Business – Standard/Flex

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

Air France-KLM

Economy Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

€25 (about $30) to €65 (about $70) (included for a few destinations within France)

Economy Standard

1

Included

Premium Economy (Air France)/Premium Comfort Class (KLM)

2

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

La Première (Air France)

3

Air India
Baggage allowance varies by route; check the Air India website for details

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Weight concept routes: 44 to 88 pounds (20 to 40 kg)

Piece concept routes: 1 to 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Business/Executive

Weight concept routes: 66 to 110 pounds (30 to 50 kg)

Piece concept routes: 1 to 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

First

Weight concept routes: 110 pounds (50 kg)

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Air New Zealand

seat+bag, flexichange, theworks*, and economy**

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

*For flights to Honolulu from Australia, the baggage allowance is 2 checked pieces

**The baggage allowance for flights to Shanghai, Singapore (from New Zealand & Australia), and Taipei (from New Zealand) is 2 checked bags.

For flights departing Australia to Canada and the U.S. (excluding New York), the baggage allowance is 2 checked bags.

Flights from Australia to New York have a baggage allowance of 1 checked bag.

flexirefund, worksdeluxe, and Premium Economy

2

Business Premier

3

Alaska Airlines

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$30 (for tickets purchased before January 2, 2024);
$35 (for tickets purchased on/after January 2, 2024)

First checked bag is free for flights within Alaska

First

1

Included

Allegiant Air

Main Cabin

80 inches (203 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (22 kg)

$25 to $75


American Airlines

Basic Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg) for flights to and from Australia and New Zealand

70 pounds (32 kg) for complimentary bags)

$0 to $75

Economy

0 to 1

$0 to $30

Premium Economy

2

Included

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

2 to 3

ANA (All Nippon Airways)

Economy

Domestic: 80 inches (203 cm) maximum linear dimensions

International: 62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic routes: No restriction on the number of pieces

International routes: 2

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

International: 50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

Premium Economy

Domestic: 88 pounds (40 kg)

International: 50 pounds (23 kg)

Business

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

3

Asiana Airlines

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

International: 1 to 2 bags

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)
U.S. Routes: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Non-U.S. Routes: 1 piece up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

Business

Domestic: 66 pounds (30 kg)

International: 2 bags

Domestic: 66 pounds (30 kg)

International: 70 pounds (32 kg) each

Austrian Airlines

Economy Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

€15 ($16) to €60 ($66)

Economy Basic, Basic Plus, Classic, and Flex

1

Included

Premium Economy Basic, Basic Plus, and Flex

2

Business Saver, Business Green, Business Basic, Basic Plus, and Flex

70 pounds (32 kg)

Avianca
Use Avianca’s baggage calculator

XS and S

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

Varies

M and L

1

Included

XXL

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

British Airways
Use British Airways’ baggage calculator

Economy Basic (Hand Baggage Only)

35 x 30 x 17 inches (90 x 75 x 43 cm)

0

51 pounds (23 kg)

Varies. Check baggage calculator for prices.

Economy

1

Included

Premium Economy

2

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

3

Cape Air

Main Cabin

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 to 70 pounds (23 to 32 kg)

0-50 pounds (0-23 kg): $30

51-70 pounds (23-32 kg):

Additional $80

Caribbean Airlines

Lite

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$30/CA$40

Classic

1

Included

Flex

2

Biz

Biz Flex

3

Cathay Pacific

Economy Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

Economy Essential/Flex

2

Premium Economy

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

3

China Eastern

Basic Economy

Domestic: At least 5 × 15 × 20 cm and not exceeding 40 × 60 × 100 cm

International: 62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic: Not available

Piece concept routes: 0 or 1 piece up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Flexible Economy/Standard Economy

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Piece concept routes: 1 to 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Y/B Class

Domestic: Not available

Piece concept routes: 1 to 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Premium Economy

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Premium Business Class and Business Class

Domestic: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

First Class

Domestic: 88 pounds (40 kg)

Piece concept routes: 2 to 3 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

China Southern
Baggage allowance is route-dependent

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Other international routes: 1 to 2 pieces, each up to 50 to 70 pounds (23 to 32 kg)

Premium Economy

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Other international routes: 1 to 2 pieces, each up to 50 to 70 pounds (23 to 32 kg)

Business

Domestic: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Other international routes: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

First

Domestic: 88 pounds (40 kg)

Other international routes: 3 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Copa Airlines

Economy Basic

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

Domestic: $30

International: $40

Economy Promo and Classic

1

Included

Economy Full

2

Business

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

Included

Delta Air Lines

Basic Economy, Main Cabin, and Delta Comfort+

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0 to 2

50 pounds (23 kg)

$30 to $75

Delta One, Delta Premium Select, and First

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

Included

easyJet

Main Cabin

108 inches (275 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

33 to 50 pounds (15 to 23 kg)

33 pounds (15 kg): From £6.99 (~$8)

50 pounds (23 kg): Online – From £9.49 (about $12);
At the airport – £40 (about $50)

EL AL (Israel Airlines)

Economy Lite

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

The fee depends on the destination and flight date

At the airport: $90

Economy Classic and Flex*

1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

*Economy Flex fares to/from the Far East and South Africa have a free baggage allowance of 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Premium

2

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

Emirates

Economy (Saver, Flex, and Flex Plus), and Premium Economy

Piece concept: 59 inches (150 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Weight concept: 118 inches (300 cm)

To/from the Americas and Africa: 2 x 50 pounds (23 kg)

Within the Americas and Between the U.S. and Europe:

  • Saver: 50 pounds (23 kg)
  • Flex: 2 pieces, each up to  50 pounds (23 kg)
  • Flex Plus: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)
  • Premium: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Outside the Americas:

  • Saver: 55 pounds (25 kg)
  • Flex: 66 pounds (30 kg)
  • Flex Plus: 77 pounds (35 kg)

Economy Special

To/from the Americas and Africa: 50 pounds (23 kg)

Within the Americas and Between the U.S. and Europe: 50 pounds (23 kg)

Outside the Americas: 44 pounds (20 kg) (55 pounds (25 kg) for flights between UAE and India)

Business

To/from the Americas and Africa: 2 x 70 pounds (32 kg)

Within the Americas and Between the U.S. and Europe: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Outside the Americas: 88 pounds (40 kg)

First

To/from the Americas and Africa: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Within the Americas and Between the U.S. and Europe: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Outside the Americas: 110 pounds (50 kg)

Etihad Airways

Economy – Sale

81 inches (207 cm) maximum linear dimensions

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight concept routes: 0 to 44 pounds (0 to 20 kg)

Economy – Value

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight concept routes: 0 to 88 pounds (0 to 40 kg)

Economy – Choice

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight concept routes: 66 to 99 pounds (30 to 45 kg)

Economy – ChoicePlus

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight concept routes: 77 to 110 pounds (35 to 50 kg)

Economy – GuestSeat

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight concept routes: 50 to 88 pounds (23 to 40 kg)

Business – Value

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 77 to 110 pounds (35 to 50 kg)

Business – Choice

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 88 to 110 pounds (40 to 50 kg)

Business – ChoicePlus

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 88 to 110 pounds (40 to 50 kg)

Business – GuestSeat

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 66 to 88 pounds (30 to 40 kg)

First

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 110 to 132 pounds (50 to 60 kg)

First GuestSeat

To/from Canada and the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 110 pounds (50 kg)

Eurowings

Basic

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

From €17

Smart

1

Included

BIZclass

70 pounds (32 kg)

EVA Air

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Discount: 1 piece up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Basic, Standard, and Up: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Premium Economy

Basic, Standard, and Up: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Business, Premium Laurel, and Royal Laurel

Basic, Standard, and Up: 2 pieces, up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

Finnair

Economy Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

€24 ($25) to €120 ($135)

Economy Classic/Flex

1 to 2

Included

Premium Economy Light

0

€24 ($25) to €120 ($135)

Premium Economy Classic/Flex

1 to 2

Included

Business Light

0

70 pounds (32 kg)

€24 ($25) to €120 ($135)

Business Classic/Flex

2 to 3

Included

Frontier Airlines
Use Frontier’s baggage calculator

Main Cabin

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

40 pounds (18 kg)

$47 to $99

Garuda Airlines

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic routes: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Flights to/from the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Between Japan and other destinations: 101 pounds (46 kg)*

Between London Heathrow and other destinations: 88 pounds (40 kg)*

Other routes: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Business

Domestic routes: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Flights to/from the U.S.: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Between Japan and other destinations: 141 pounds (64 kg)*

Other routes: 88 pounds (40 kg)*

First

Domestic routes: 88 pounds (40 kg)*

Between Japan and other destinations: 141 pounds (64 kg)*

Other routes: 110 pounds (50 kg)*

Hainan Airlines
Baggage allowance is route dependent; see route exceptions here

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Piece concept routes: 1 to 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Super Economy

Domestic: Not available

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Business

Domestic: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

Hawaiian Airlines

Main Cabin

62 inches (157 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$25 to $30

First

2

Included

International Fares

2

Included

Iberia

Economy Basic

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

Price varies by route.

Economy Optimal/Comfort/Optional Flex/Flexible

1

Included

Premium Economy Promotional/Optimal/Optional Flex/Flexible (long-haul flights only)

1 to 2

Business Promotional/Optimal/Comfort/Promotional Flex/Flexible

1 to 2

Icelandair

Economy Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

Domestic and international flights: 50 pounds (23 kg)

Greenland flights: 44 pounds (20 kg)

$32 to $189

Economy Standard and Flex

1

Included

Saga Premium and Premium Flex

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

ITA Airways

Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

€50 ($55) to €70 ($80)

Economy

1 (2 to or from Japan)

Included

Premium Economy

2

Comfort Economy (Rome-Milan)

Business

70 pounds (32 kg)

Japan Airlines

Economy

80 inches (203 cm) maximum linear dimensions

2

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

Premium Economy

Business

3

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

JetBlue Airways

Blue Basic, Blue, and Blue Extra

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean: 0

Between the U.S. and the U.K. or Europe: 0 to 1

50 pounds (23 kg)

70 pounds (32 kg) (for Mint customers traveling within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean)

Within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean: $35

Between the U.S. and the U.K. or Europe: Included ($65 for Blue Basic)

Blue Plus, Mint, and Mosaic

Within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean: 1 to 2

Between the U.S. and the U.K. or Europe: 1 to 2

Within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean: Included

Between the U.S. and the U.K. or Europe: Included

Korean Air

Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

Domestic routes: 44 pounds (20 kg)

To/from Brazil: 2 x 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other routes: 1 to 2 x 50 pounds (23 kg)

Prestige

Domestic routes: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Other routes: 2 x 70 pounds (32 kg)

First

3 x 70 pounds (32 kg)

Kuwait Airways

Economy (fare classes V and T)

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

1

70 pounds (32 kg)

Included

Economy
(All fare classes excluding V and T )

2

50 pounds (23 kg) per piece

Business

70 pounds (32 kg) per piece

First

3

Royal

Lufthansa

Economy Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$20 to $100

Economy Classic and Flex

1

Included

Premium Economy

2

Business

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

3

Norwegian Air

LowFare

118 inches (300 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$14 to $100

LowFare+

1

Included

Flex, Premium, and PremiumFlex

2


Qatar

Economy Lite

Piece: 62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions
Weight: 118 inches (300 cm)
Piece: 1 piece up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight: 44 pounds (20 kg)

Economy Classic

Piece: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Weight: 55 pounds (25 kg)

Economy Convenience

Piece: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Weight: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Economy Comfort

Piece: 2 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each

Weight: 77 pounds (35 kg)

 

 

Business Lite/Classic/Comfort/Elite

Piece: 2 pieces, up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

Weight: 88 pounds (40 kg)

First Elite

Piece: 2 pieces, up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

Weight: 110 pounds (50 kg)

Qantas

Economy

Domestic routes: 55 inches (140 cm) maximum linear dimensions

International routes: 62 inches (158 cm)

Domestic routes: 1 pieces, up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Routes to North and South America: 1 piece up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other international routes: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Premium Economy

Domestic routes: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Routes to North and South America: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other international routes: 88 pounds (40 kg)

Business

Domestic flights: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Routes to North and South America: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other international routes: 88 pounds (40 kg)

First

Routes to North and South America: 3 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other international routes: 110 pounds (50 kg)

Ryanair

Basic/Regular/Flexi Plus

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

22 pounds (10 kg) or 44 pounds (20 kg)

22 pounds (10 kg): €11.99 ($15) to €46 ($50)

44 pounds (20 kg): €18.99 ($20) to €70 ($80)
(based on route, travel dates, and when the bag is booked)

Plus

1

44 pounds (20 kg)

Included

Family Plus

2

1 piece for the entire family up to 44 pounds (20 kg), and 1 piece for each family member up to 22 pounds (10 kg) each bag

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)

SAS Go (Smart and Bonus)/SAS Plus Smart

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

SAS Plus (Pro and Bonus)

2

SAS Business, SAS Business Bonus

70 pounds (32 kg)

Singapore Airlines

Economy Lite and Value

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

55 pounds (25 kg)

Economy Standard

Routes to/from U.S. and Canada: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Other routes: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Economy Flexi

66 pounds (30 kg)

Premium Economy

Routes to/from U.S. and Canada: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Other routes: 77 pounds (35 kg)

Business

Routes to/from U.S. and Canada: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other routes: 88 pounds (40 kg)

Suites and First

Routes to/from U.S. and Canada: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Other routes: 110 pounds (50 kg)

Southwest Airlines

Main Cabin

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

2

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included

Sun Country Airlines

Main Cabin

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

Price varies based on route. Check their baggage calculator.

Spirit Airlines
Use Spirit Airlines’ baggage calculator

Main Cabin

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

40 pounds (18 kg)

$54 to $99

Sunwing Airlines

Main Cabin

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$50 to $70

SWISS International Airlines

Light

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$20 to $105

Classic and Flex

1

Included

SWISS Economy

Premium Economy

2

Business or SWISS Business

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

SWISS First

3

TAP Air Portugal

Discount

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$35 to $215

(Depends on route, seasonality, and time of purchase)

Basic (intercontinental flights only)

1

Included

Classic

1 or 2

Plus

1 or 2

Executive

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

Top Executive

2

Thai Airways

Economy

No size restriction

Domestic routes: 44 to 66 pounds (20 to 30 kg)

Other routes: 44 to 77 pounds (20 to 35 kg)

To/from the U.S. or Canada: 2 pieces each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Premium Economy

Domestic routes: 66 pounds (30 kg)

Other routes: 88 pounds (40 kg)

Royal Silk

88 pounds (40 kg)

To/from the U.S. or Canada: 3 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Royal First

110 pounds (50 kg)

To/from the U.S. or Canada: 3 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Turkish Airlines

EcoFly

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

33 pounds (15 kg)

ExtraFly

44 pounds (20 kg)

PrimeFly

55 pounds (25 kg)

International Economy

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, each up to 50 pounds (23 kg)

Weight concept routes: 0 to 66 pounds (0 to 30 kg)

Business

Domestic flights: Maximum 88 pounds (40 kg)

Piece concept routes: 2 pieces, each up to 70 pounds (32 kg)

Weight concept routes: 66 to 110 pounds (30 to 50 kg)

United Airlines

Basic Economy

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$30 to $75

Economy Plus and Full

1

Free to $30

Premium Economy

2

Included

Business

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

First

2

Virgin Atlantic

Economy Light

35.5 x 29.5 x 16 inches (90 x 75 x 43 cm)

0

50 pounds (23 kg)

$75

Economy Classic/Delight

1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Included
* 3 checked-in bags included as standard for U.K. to South America flights.

Premium Economy

2

70 pounds (32 kg)

Upper Class*

VIVA Aerobus

Zero

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

44 to 70 pounds (20 to 32 kg)

Domestic routes: MX$961 ($55) to MX$1,149 ($70)International routes: $28 to $110

Light

Smart

1

55 pounds (25 kg)

Included

Volaris

Zero

62 inches (158 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0

55 pounds (25 kg)

Domestic routes: MX$1,150 ($70) to MX$1,365 ($80)International routes between Mexico and U.S., and Mexico or U.S. to Central and South America: $78 to $280

Within Central America and South America to Central America: $48 to $300

Basic

Plus

1

Included

WestJet

Basic, Econo, or Member Exclusive

62 inches (157 cm) maximum linear dimensions

0-1

50 pounds (23 kg)

Within the U.S. and Canada: $30 to $5

To/from Europe:
Basic: $70 to $107
Other fares: $30 to $59

To/from Latin Caribbean and Mexico: $30 to $59

To/from Europe:
Basic: $70 to $107

Other fares: Included

Econo Flex

1

Included

Premium or PremiumFlex

2

Business or BusinessFlex

Can I Prepay for Baggage?

Your airline may allow passengers the ability to prepay luggage online for less than at the airport. Individual airlines’ baggage policies can be found by clicking the airline name in the preceding table or by visiting the airline’s website.

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Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit CardTerms Apply / Rates & Fees
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The Capital One Venture X card is an excellent option for travelers looking for an all-in-one premium credit card.

The Capital One Venture X card is an excellent option for travelers looking for an all-in-one premium credit card.
Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel.
75,000 miles
$1,350
$395
19.99% - 29.49% (Variable)
Upgraded Points credit ranges are a variation of FICO®Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit cardapplication.
Excellent (740-840)
Why We Like This Card

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is the premium Capital One travel rewards card on the block.

Points and miles fans will be surprised to see that the Capital One Venture X card packs quite the punch when it comes to bookings made through Capital One, all while offering the lowest annual fee among premium credit cards.

Depending on your travel goals and preferences, the Capital One Venture X card could very well end up being your go-to card in your wallet.

 

Pros & Cons
Pros
  • 10x miles per $1 on hotels and rental cars purchased through Capital One Travel
  • 5x miles per $1 on flights and vacation rentals purchased through Capital One Travel
  • 2x miles per $1 on all other purchases
Cons
  • $395 annual fee (rates & fees)
  • Does not offer bonus categories for flights or hotel purchases made directly with the airline or hotel group, the preferred booking method for those looking to earn elite status
Card Highlights
  • Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
  • Receive a $300 annual credit for bookings through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
  • Get 10,000 bonus miles (equal to $100 towards travel) every year, starting on your first anniversary
  • Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and 5X miles on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Travel
  • Earn unlimited 2X miles on all other purchases
  • Enjoy complimentary access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide, including Capital One Lounge locations and the Partner Lounge Network
  • Use your Venture X miles to easily cover travel expenses, including flights, hotels, rental cars and more—you can even transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
  • Enjoy a $100 experience credit and other premium benefits with every hotel and vacation rental booked from the Premier Collection
  • Receive up to a $120 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
Financial Snapshot
  • APR: 19.99% - 29.49% (Variable)
  • Foreign Transaction Fees: None
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Capital One Miles

 

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Get 2x miles plus some of the most flexible redemptions offered by a travel credit card!

Get 2x miles plus some of the most flexible redemptions offered by a travel credit card!
Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel.
75,000 miles
$1,350
$95
19.99% - 29.49% (Variable)
Upgraded Points credit ranges are a variation of FICO®Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit cardapplication.
Good to Excellent Credit (670-850)
Why We Like This Card

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is one of the most popular rewards cards on the market. It’s perfect for anyone in search of a great welcome offer, high rewards rates, and flexible redemption options.

Frequent travelers with excellent credit may benefit from this credit card that offers a lot of bells and whistles. And it offers easy-to-understand rewards earning and redemption.

Pros & Cons
Pros
  • 5x miles per $1 on hotels, vacation rentals, and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
  • 2x miles per $1 on all other purchases
  • Up to a $120 Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee credit
Cons
Card Highlights
  • Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
  • Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day
  • Earn 5X miles on hotels, vacation rentals and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
  • Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
  • Receive up to a $120 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®
  • Use your miles to get reimbursed for any travel purchase—or redeem by booking a trip through Capital One Travel
  • Enjoy a $50 experience credit and other premium benefits with every hotel and vacation rental booked from the Lifestyle Collection
  • Transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
Financial Snapshot
  • APR: 19.99% - 29.49% (Variable)
  • Foreign Transaction Fees: None
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Capital One Miles

Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit CardTerms Apply / Rates & Fees
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The card offers unlimited miles at 1.25x per $1 and no annual fee. When you consider the flexible rewards, frequent travelers come out on top.

The card offers unlimited miles at 1.25x per $1 and no annual fee. When you consider the flexible rewards, frequent travelers come out on top.
Earn a bonus of 20,000 miles once you spend $500 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $200 in travel.
20,000 miles
$360
$0
19.49% - 29.49% (Variable),0% intro on purchases for 15 months
Upgraded Points credit ranges are a variation of FICO®Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit cardapplication.
Good to Excellent (670-850)
Why We Like This Card

Interested in a travel rewards credit card without one of those pesky annual fees? Then say hello to the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card.

In addition to no annual fee, the Capital One VentureOne card offers no foreign transaction fees.

But is this card worth its salt, or is it merely a shell of the more popular Capital One Venture card?

Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
  • Weak earn rate at 1.25x miles per $1 spent on all purchases
  • No luxury travel or elite benefits
Card Highlights
  • $0 annual fee and no foreign transaction fees
  • Earn a bonus of 20,000 miles once you spend $500 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $200 in travel
  • Earn unlimited 1.25X miles on every purchase, every day
  • Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
  • Earn 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
  • Use your miles to get reimbursed for any travel purchase—or redeem by booking a trip through Capital One Travel
  • Transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
  • Enjoy 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for 15 months; 19.49% - 29.49% variable APR after that; balance transfer fee applies
Financial Snapshot
  • APR: 19.49% - 29.49% (Variable),0% intro on purchases for 15 months
  • Foreign Transaction Fees: None
Rewards Center

Capital One Miles

Checked Luggage Options

Hot Tip: To view more checked bags, check out our article on the best checked luggage bags for travelers.

The information regarding the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does checked baggage have to be a suitcase?

Checked luggage can come in various forms, from hard-shell suitcases to soft duffel bags or backpacks. Passengers can often also check-in boxes or different shaped packages, providing they adhere to maximum size restrictions imposed by the airline.

What is the largest suitcase you can check on a plane?

There are no set restrictions for checked luggage, so airlines define their own baggage policies. A standard size that is seen consistently across many airlines is 62 inches (158 cm) linear. The weight will depend on the cabin, but quite often the maximum weight a piece can be (with or without overweight charges) is 70 pounds (32 kg).

Do checked bags get searched?

Checked baggage is generally screened using scanners so it’s not usually necessary for a physical bag inspection. TSA has the right to search checked luggage if they choose to and will leave a note inside your bag if an inspection has taken place.

Do wheels count when measuring luggage?

Most airlines will count wheels and handles within the measurements, so you should include these when measuring your luggage.

What is considered oversized luggage?

There is no standard measurement for oversized luggage as this is defined by the airline. A common size seen regularly with many airlines (but not all) is maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm).

How do I avoid overweight baggage fees?

Be sure to check the policy for your airline, cabin, and particular route before packing your luggage. Use your bathroom scales or a dedicated bag weighing scale. If you find yourself with excessive weight at the airport, try to transfer some items into your carry-on bag.

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