What size luggage fits in the overhead compartment on an airplane?

22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches
A carry-on can’t be bigger than 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches including handles and wheels and should fit in an overhead bin as well. If your carry-on is too large or a full flight doesn’t have enough overhead space, a flight attendant might make you check your bags at the gate.

Can I get away with a 24 inch carry-on?

Carry-on measurements should not exceed 24 inches long, 16 inches wide and 10 inches high. Personal items are limited to 18.5 inches long, 8.5 inches wide and 13.5 inches high. Southwest doesn’t list weight limits for carry-on items.

How big can items be in a carry-on bag?

9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches
Your carry-on bag should fit in the overhead bin. The maximum dimensions for a carry-on bag are 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches (22 centimeters x 35 centimeters x 56 centimeters). This includes handles and wheels.

Does your carry-on bag have to zip?

Open a carry-on bag to make sure that the interior has plenty of usable space and at least one zippered pocket for securing small items. The bag should also be fairly lightweight when empty. Remember, you’ll have to lift it onto the security conveyor belt and into overhead compartments.

What is forbidden in carry-on luggage?

Prohibited items include blasting caps, dynamite, flares, grenades, fireworks, replicas of explosives, aerosols, any fuel, gasoline, gas torches, strike-anywhere matches, lighters, paint-thinner, bleach, chlorine and spray paint. Other explosives or flammable objects not listed are prohibited as well.

Can you carry-on a 21 inch suitcase?

Most airlines in the United States, including American, Delta and United, allow carry-on bags that are no more than 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and nine inches high.

What happens if your bag doesn’t fit in the overhead bin?

Only if it fits below your seat. Otherwise, the airline staff will check it. Anything you want to put under your seat is called a “personal item,” but if it won’t actually fit there, then it’ll go in an overhead bin or you’ll have to pick it up at a baggage-claim area.

Does a gym bag count as a personal item?

The short answer is yes. A duffle bag can count as a personal item.

Is a backpack a carry-on?

Many airlines will allow a backpack as a personal item, and for those that don’t, a backpack can still be your carry on luggage as long as it is under the size restrictions for the particular airline. The standard domestic carry-on luggage size is 22″ x 14″ x 9.”

Can I take a 22.5 inch carry-on bag?

Is 25 inch luggage carry-on?

Most luggage sets come in three pieces: one carry-on (19-23 inches), one medium checked suitcase (25-27 inches), and one large checked suitcase (28-32 inches).

What if carry-on bag is too big?

In short, if your carry-on is too large, you’ll have to pay to check it at the gate. You’ll find the exact rules for a large selection of airlines below, including specific size and weight limits. Take note: any handles and wheels on your bags count toward airlines’ size limits.

Can I take two backpacks as carry-on?

Airline rules allow for one carry on bag and one personal item, unless you’re flying on a basic economy fare. But we’ve all seen people selfishly putting two bags in the overhead bin or carrying on more luggage than could possibly be allowed. You don’t want to be like them. But you also might not be a one bagger.

Can I use a Nike duffel bag as a carry-on?

Yes. As long as your duffle bag is within the airline’s size requirements for carry on luggage, you can use a duffle bag as a carry on item.