Dimensions of luggage to carry on

[jonj]

Does anyone know the dimensions of luggage that can fit in the overhead compartment. We always check in our luggage but want to go wit carry ons on our next flight. Would a 21" suitcase fit in the overhead?

 

If it makes a difference we are flying continental

 

Thanks

[Alexis]

Does anyone know the dimensions of luggage that can fit in the overhead compartment. We always check in our luggage but want to go wit carry ons on our next flight. Would a 21" suitcase fit in the overhead?

 

If it makes a difference we are flying continental

 

Thanks

 

This was posted by Beach08, on May 18. I will post the whole thing in case others want to know for different airlines.

 

Luggage

 

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Here's some on the majot airline rules. You can go to the airlines website and it will list carry-on rules.

 

AirlineNo. of Bags AllowedMaximum Allowable DimensionsMax WeightAir France

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 14" x 9"26.4 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteAir Tran

carry-on info1/passenger55 linear inches (L+W+H)- You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteAlaska Air/ Horizon

carry-on info1/passenger24" x 17" x 10"- You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteAmerican Airlines

carry-on info1/passenger45 linear inches (L+W+H) 40 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteAmerica West

carry-on info1/passenger51 linear inches (L+W+H)-You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteBritish Airways

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 16" x 8"26 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteContinental

carry-on info1/passenger51 linear inches (L+W+H)40 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteDelta

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 14" x 9" 40 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteNorthwest

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 14" x 9" 40 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteSouthwest

carry-on info1/passenger24" x 16" x 10"- You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteSpirit

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 13" x 10"40 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteUnited Airlines

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 14" x 9"40 lbs. You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteUS Airways

carry-on info1/passenger24" x 16" x 10"40 lbs.You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small toteVirgin Atlantic

carry-on info1/passenger22" x 14" x 9"35 lbs You may also carry a purse, computer, briefcase, or small totePlease check with the airlines for the most up-to-date carry-on baggage regulations. The above information may change at any time without notice.

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[elleluv]

Wow, Alexis.... No need for anyone else to respond any further after that complete answer! :D

[TKinAZ]

Actually, I'd check with your airline. The information given for my carrier, Continental, is incorrect. According to the airline website, the carry on can be up to a total of 51" length/width/height and weigh 40 pounds. You can see that's very different from what's included in the posted list.

[RoofingPrincess]

if you get one of those smaller planes, a suitcase that is perfectly acceptable for carryon in a larger plane will be "gate checked" because it's too big to fit in the overhead bins on the little one. Happened to me last time I flew.

[Alexis]

I never checked to see if their list was correct before I copied and posted it. I did just check on Continental and this is copied from their site. ;)

 

Carry-on Bag

Continental will permit one bag plus one personal item (see below) per passenger to be carried on the aircraft.

 

The maximum combined linear measurement (L + W + H) of the carry-on bag is 51 inches (130 cm). The maximum weight of the carry-on bag is 40 pounds (18 kg).

 

Personal items

In addition to the one carry-on item, you may bring free-of-charge the below items:

 

one small personal article such as a briefcase, purse, day planner, small laptop computer, camera case, compact disk player or similar sized personal entertainment item

personal aid devices such as wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, prosthetic devices and walking sticks, provided passenger is dependent on them.

one infant article such as a collapsible stroller, a diaper bag or a government approved child seat.

[cb at sea]

Each airline has a "measuring cage" -- if your bag fits into it, you can carry it on, otherwise they will make you check it! Since you can only carry on 1 item (plus a purse or computer) just check them! It's easier for you and your fellow passengers!