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Airline Carry-On Policy Database: 30+ Airlines (2026)

Carry-on size, weight, and personal item rules for 30+ airlines by region. North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Middle East — all in one place.

Airline Carry-On Policy Database: 30+ Airlines (2026)

Carry-on rules vary dramatically by airline, region, ticket class, and even route. This database collects the standard carry-on and personal item allowances for over 30 major carriers, grouped by region. All sizes are listed as height x width x depth in centimetres.

For full policy details, fee structures, and enforcement notes, follow the links to each airline's dedicated page.

North America

American Airlines (AA)

  • Carry-on: 56x36x23 cm (22x14x9 in), no weight limit
  • Personal item: must fit under seat
  • Basic economy: personal item only; carry-on access charged separately
  • Full AA policy

Delta Air Lines (DL)

  • Carry-on: 56x35x23 cm, no published weight limit
  • Personal item: 43x33x20 cm
  • Basic economy: personal item only on domestic routes
  • Full Delta policy

United Airlines (UA)

  • Carry-on: 56x35x22 cm, no weight limit
  • Personal item: 25x43x22 cm
  • Basic economy: personal item only (no overhead bin access)
  • Full United policy

Southwest Airlines (WN)

  • Carry-on: 61x35x20 cm
  • Personal item: must fit under seat
  • No basic economy — carry-on always included
  • Full Southwest policy

JetBlue (B6)

  • Carry-on: 56x35x23 cm
  • Personal item: 43x33x18 cm
  • Blue Basic: personal item only; overhead bag costs extra
  • Full JetBlue policy

Spirit Airlines (NK)

  • Carry-on: 56x46x25 cm — fee applies (not free)
  • Personal item: 45x35x20 cm — free if it fits under seat
  • All bags above personal item threshold are charged
  • Full Spirit policy

Frontier Airlines (F9)

  • Carry-on: 56x35x23 cm — fee applies on most fares
  • Personal item: 35x45x20 cm — free on Economy fares
  • Full Frontier policy

Allegiant Air (G4)

  • Carry-on: 45x35x20 cm — fee applies
  • Personal item: 40x35x18 cm — free under seat
  • Full Allegiant policy

Europe

British Airways (BA)

  • Carry-on: 56x45x25 cm, max 23 kg (hand baggage + personal item combined)
  • Personal item: included in above allowance
  • Full BA policy

Lufthansa (LH)

Ryanair (FR)

  • Free bag: 40x20x25 cm (cabin bag, under seat only)
  • Priority bag: 55x40x20 cm, max 10 kg — requires priority or fee
  • Full Ryanair policy

easyJet (U2)

  • Large cabin bag: 56x45x25 cm — requires upfront cabin bag purchase or Plus/Flexi fare
  • Small cabin bag: 45x36x20 cm — free for all passengers (under seat)
  • Full easyJet policy

Wizz Air (W6)

  • Free: 40x30x20 cm (personal item, under seat)
  • WIZZ Go / Priority: 55x40x23 cm, max 10 kg
  • Full Wizz Air policy

Vueling (VY)

  • Carry-on: 55x40x20 cm, max 10 kg — included on Optima+ fares
  • Basic fares: personal item only
  • Full Vueling policy

Eurowings (EW)

  • Carry-on: 55x40x23 cm, max 10 kg — fee on Basic fares
  • Personal item: 40x30x10 cm — always free
  • Full Eurowings policy

Scandinavian Airlines (SK)

  • Carry-on: 55x40x23 cm, max 8 kg
  • Personal item: 40x30x15 cm
  • SAS Go Cheap: personal item only
  • Full SAS policy

Finnair (AY)

Asia-Pacific

Singapore Airlines (SQ)

Cathay Pacific (CX)

  • Economy: 56x36x23 cm, max 7 kg
  • Premium Economy / Business: up to 10 kg
  • Full Cathay policy

Japan Airlines (JL)

ANA (NH)

Qantas (QF)

Thai Airways (TG)

Korean Air (KE)

Asiana Airlines (OZ)

AirAsia (AK)

  • Carry-on: 56x36x23 cm, max 7 kg — included in bundle fares; fee on Value fares
  • Full AirAsia policy

Vietjet (VZ)

  • Carry-on: 56x36x23 cm, max 7 kg — included on Deluxe fares; fee on Eco fares
  • Full Vietjet policy

Middle East

Emirates (EK)

Qatar Airways (QR)

Etihad Airways (EY)

flydubai (FZ)

  • Economy Value: personal item only (55x38x20 cm, max 10 kg — charged)
  • Economy Plus / Business: carry-on included
  • Full flydubai policy

How to Use This Database

These are standard allowances for the most common ticket types. Policies change — always verify directly with the airline before you fly. Weight limits in Asia and the Middle East are enforced consistently; North American airlines rarely weigh carry-ons but do enforce size at the gate.

Use the CarrySizer Bag Fit Checker to see whether your specific bag passes for any airline above.

Frequently asked questions

Which airline has the strictest carry-on size limit?▾

Ryanair (FR) and Wizz Air (W6) are among the strictest — both cap free cabin bags at 40x20x25 cm unless you pay for priority boarding, which unlocks a larger bag allowance.

Which airlines allow the largest free carry-on?▾

Southwest (WN) and JetBlue (B6) are among the most generous US carriers — both allow a full-size carry-on plus a personal item at no extra charge on most fares.

Do Asian airlines weigh carry-on bags at the gate?▾

Yes — airlines like AirAsia (AK), Thai Airways (TG), and Korean Air (KE) enforce weight limits more consistently than many Western carriers. Stay within the limit to avoid gate fees.

Does carry-on policy change with basic economy tickets?▾

Often yes. American, Delta, and United all restrict basic economy passengers to a personal item only on domestic US routes — no overhead bin carry-on without an upgrade or fee.

Are personal items always free on budget airlines?▾

Not always. Spirit (NK) and Frontier (F9) charge for personal items above their smallest size threshold. Always check the specific ticket type before assuming the personal item is free.

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