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I want to know about the carryon & personal items policy

BaggageCarryon baggageCarryon bags and personal items

You may bring one carryon bag and one personal item onboard.

  • Carryon bag
    • Goes in the overhead bin.
    • Size limit: 24” (length) × 16” (width) × 10” (height).
      • Wheels, handles, and any attachments count toward these dimensions.
    • Examples: roller bag, small suitcase.

Carryon: Placed in the overhead bin

  • Personal item
    • Goes under the seat in front of you.
    • Examples: purse (including crossbody bags), briefcase, laptop case, backpack, pillow (neck pillows do not count toward the carryon limit), blanket, small camera.

Personal item: Your personal item should fit under the seat in front of you

Measure carefully before you fly!

If your bag is too large to carry on or you're bringing more than one carryon or personal item, be sure to check item(s) at the ticket counter before you head to your departure gate.

Traveling with a pet?
Your pet carrier counts as either your carryon bag or your personal item.

See the TSA's full list of prohibited carryon items.

Important:
If your itinerary includes a partner airline, their carry-on and personal item guidelines may differ.

 

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