The Size of Bags Allowable on Airplanes

Check with your airline policies on baggage before packing.

Knowing what size baggage your airline allows will prevent you from paying oversize or overweight bag fees at the airport. Since this allowance can change at any time, it is advised that you check with your airline before your flight.

Carry-on Baggage

You are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item such as a purse or computer bag on each flight. Airlines differ on the size of carry-on baggage that they allow. However, the size is typically no larger than 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches and can usually weigh no more than 11 pounds.

Checked Baggage

Like carry-on baggage the exact sizes allowed are based on the particular airline you are flying on. With this in mind, the general size allowed is a combined height, legnth and width of 62 inches and not more than 50 pounds.

Overweight and Oversized Bags

If you must pack luggage that is heavier or bigger than the guidelines set by your airline, you should expect to pay a fee. Typically, bags can be no heavier than 100 pounds or larger than 115 total inches.

References

• Airline Luggage Allowance Policies and Guidelines