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It seems that a few of the airlines have reduced the allowable maximum size of carry-on luggage for their flights.

When airlines talk to us about maximum sizes, they generally have two specifications:

1. Maximum Linear Dimensions: this is the combination of length + width + height.  Most airlines now have a maximum of 45 linear inches.
2. Maximum Individual Dimensions: this is the maximum allowable dimension for the length, width, and heights individually.  Most airlines are moving towards a maximum of 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches (22 cm x 35 cm x 56 cm), including handles and wheels.

You should also know that some airlines have maximum sizes for personal items, and we’ve even run across a few airlines that have maximum weights for carry-on baggage (22 lbs).

Moral to the Story?

Before you fly, make certain that you’re aware of your airlines carry-on baggage restrictions.  Trust me, it’s no fun to show up with a carry-on bag that is too large and then have to pay to have it put into the belly of the whale with the checked baggage.

Don’t say we didn’t warn you.  🙂
 
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