Carry-On Size Checker

Enter your bag’s dimensions and instantly see which airlines it fits as a carry-on — with the exact margin for each.

Updated 2026-08-05 · Free tool · No sign-up · Runs in your browser

How this tool works

Airlines publish a maximum carry-on size as three numbers (length × width × depth). Because you can turn a bag any way in the sizer box, we compare your bag’s three dimensions sorted largest-to-smallest against each airline’s sorted limits — the same way a gate sizer works — rather than matching “length to length”.

  • Fits — every dimension is within the limit with more than 0.5 in to spare.
  • Tight — it fits, but a dimension is within 0.5 in of the limit. Soft bags usually pass; hard cases may not.
  • Too big — at least one dimension exceeds the limit.

Weight (if you enter it) is checked against each airline’s cabin weight limit; US majors generally have no strict limit, while many international carriers cap the cabin bag at 7–10 kg.

Important: airlines measure including wheels and handles, and enforcement varies by airport and staff. Treat “Tight” results as “verify before you fly.” Dimensions are normalized to inches from each airline’s published allowance.

Carry-on allowances in our database (26 airlines)

Max carry-on dimensions in inches (converted from each airline’s published limit). Last updated 2026-08-05.

AirlineRegionMax carry-on (in)Cabin weightFree personal itemNotes
American AirlinesUS22 × 14 × 9No strict limit18 x 14 x 8 inNo weight limit for the main cabin bag on most fares.
Delta Air LinesUS22 × 14 × 9No strict limitAbout 18 x 14 x 8 inNo published weight limit in the US.
United AirlinesUS22 × 14 × 9No strict limit17 x 10 x 9 inBasic Economy allows a personal item only on many routes.
Alaska AirlinesUS22 × 14 × 9No strict limit18 x 14 x 8 in
JetBlueUS22 × 14 × 9No strict limit17 x 13 x 8 inBlue Basic may restrict the overhead bag on some fares.
Hawaiian AirlinesUS22 × 14 × 911.3 kgAbout 18 x 14 x 8 in25 lb (11.3 kg) cabin weight limit.
Southwest AirlinesUS24 × 16 × 10No strict limit18.5 x 8.5 x 13.5 inOne of the most generous US carry-on sizes.
Spirit Airlines *US22 × 18 × 10No strict limit18 x 14 x 8 inCarry-on is a paid add-on; the free bag is the personal item.
Frontier Airlines *US24 × 16 × 1015.9 kg18 x 14 x 8 inCarry-on is paid; 35 lb (15.9 kg) limit.
Allegiant Air *US22 × 14 × 9No strict limit16 x 15 x 7 inCarry-on is a paid add-on.
Air CanadaCanada21.5 × 15.5 × 9No strict limit16 x 13 x 6 inYou must be able to lift it into the bin unaided (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
WestJetCanada21 × 15 × 9No strict limit16 x 13 x 6 in53 x 38 x 23 cm.
British AirwaysEurope22 × 18 × 1023 kg16 x 12 x 6 in56 x 45 x 25 cm; must lift into the bin. Weight up to 23 kg.
Ryanair *Europe21.5 × 15.5 × 810 kgFree small bag 40 x 20 x 25 cmThe 55 x 40 x 20 cm cabin bag needs Priority; otherwise only the free small bag fits under the seat.
easyJet *Europe22 × 17.5 × 1015 kgFree small bag 45 x 36 x 20 cmLarge cabin bag (56 x 45 x 25 cm) needs a Plus/Up-front seat; free bag goes under the seat.
LufthansaEurope21.5 × 15.5 × 98 kg16 x 12 x 4 in55 x 40 x 23 cm, 8 kg.
Air FranceEurope21.5 × 13.5 × 1012 kg16 x 12 x 6 in55 x 35 x 25 cm; carry-on + personal item together up to 12 kg.
KLMEurope21.5 × 13.5 × 1012 kg16 x 12 x 6 in55 x 35 x 25 cm; combined 12 kg.
EmiratesMiddle East21.5 × 15 × 87 kgHandbag/laptop bag55 x 38 x 20 cm, 7 kg (Economy). Personal item is a handbag or laptop bag with no separate published dimensions.
Qatar AirwaysMiddle East20 × 14.5 × 107 kgLaptop or handbag50 x 37 x 25 cm, 7 kg (Economy). Personal item has no separate published dimensions.
Turkish AirlinesEurope21.5 × 15.5 × 98 kgSmall accessory bag55 x 40 x 23 cm, 8 kg. Accessory bag has no separate published dimensions.
QantasOceania22 × 14 × 97 kgSmall bag56 x 36 x 23 cm, 7 kg per bag. Small personal bag has no separate published dimensions.
Singapore AirlinesAsia22 × 14 × 97 kgSmall bagTotal dimensions must not exceed 115 cm (L+W+H); 7 kg. No separate personal-item dimensions published.
Aer LingusEurope21.5 × 15.5 × 9.510 kgFree small bag 33 x 24 x 20 cm55 x 40 x 24 cm, 10 kg (cabin-bag fare).
Virgin AtlanticEurope22 × 14 × 910 kgHandbag/laptop bag56 x 36 x 23 cm, 10 kg. Personal item has no separate published dimensions.
ANA (All Nippon)Asia22 × 16 × 1010 kgHandbag55 x 40 x 25 cm, 10 kg (flights with 100+ seats). Handbag has no separate published dimensions.

* Full-size carry-on is a paid add-on on this airline; the free allowance is the smaller personal item.

FAQ

Do airlines really measure wheels and handles?

Yes — the published limit includes wheels and handles, and gate sizers are built to those numbers. Enter your bag’s dimensions with wheels and handles included for an accurate check.

My bag fits the size but I got a “Tight” result — will it pass?

Usually, especially for soft-sided bags that compress. Hard-shell cases are less forgiving. If a dimension is within half an inch of the limit, verify at the airport or pack a bit lighter.

Why do you sort the dimensions instead of matching length to length?

Because a bag can be rotated in the sizer. Comparing each bag’s sorted dimensions to the airline’s sorted limits reflects how the box actually checks it, and avoids false failures from labeling.

How current is the airline data?

The database shows a last-updated date at the top of the page. Airlines change allowances occasionally; treat results as guidance and confirm on the airline’s site before flying.

Does this cover budget airlines like Ryanair and Spirit?

Yes. Note that on some budget carriers the full-size carry-on is a paid add-on and only a smaller personal item is free — that’s flagged in each airline’s row.

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