Just a marginal difference in size is usually passed. But if your baggage looks huge and oversized, they will not deny you. They will ask the contents and may be charge you (depends on baggage policy of each airline).
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In general, if you're bag is not within the size restrictions at the check-in counter, different airlines will charge you a late check-in fee.
For dimensions, while they don't routinely measure the dimensions of checked bags there is a size limit. If it's a little bit over you may get lucky and the airline won't notice but you're taking a chance with it.
If your luggage does not fit in the sizer, you might have to pay a checked bag fee along with the gate checking fee and have your bag transferred to the airplane's cargo. Checked luggage is usually measured with a tape measure, to make sure that it's below 62 linear inches (height + width + depth).
If your carry-on is oversized (and doesn't physically fit inside the overhead compartments) or you encounter a strict airline employee, they will ask you to check it in at the gate.
Measuring the size of your luggage isn't tricky. Most airlines require that your bag be 62 linear inches or less. Therefore, your bag's length, width and height cannot exceed 62 inches. This measurement includes the wheels and the handle of your luggage.
Airlines publish the maximum dimensions allowed for carry-on bags. For example, American Airlines states that a carry-on bag's dimensions cannot exceed 22 by 14 by 9 inches, including handles and wheels. The carry-on must also fit into the sizer at the airport; if it doesn't, you'll be required to check it.
Most airlines measure check-in luggage in linear dimensions, which means the sum of the length, width and height. The most common linear limit for check-in luggage is 62 inches, though it's prudent to confirm.
If your bag is too large and it isn't flexible, you won't be able to fit it inside. But airlines rarely ask you to use it. What is this? Unless your carry-on is extremely large, the airline employees at the gate most likely won't ask to measure it.
Your baggage will be considered oversized or overweight when it exceeds the permitted dimensions and weight for checked baggage (50 lb in Economy class, 70 lb in Business class, and 158 linear cm).
In general, standard domestic carry-on luggage size is 22 x 14 x 9 inches. If you're flying internationally, that may vary a little to 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches. Remember, those dimensions include the handle, wheels and anything else that may protrude from your suitcase so don't miss them from your measurements.
You should check with your airline first, but most domestic airlines permit a carry-on piece of luggage that is 45 linear (total) inches. A common sized bag for carry-on luggage is 22x 14x 9. Most airlines have a carry-on weight limit of 40 pounds.
While most airlines have strict policies on how heavy check-in luggage can be, there's no policy limiting how small check-in luggage can be. Guidelines generally dictate that luggage containing items restricted for carry-on must be checked in. There are no restrictions on checking in small luggage.
Yes, you can check a 28-inch suitcase as long as it does not exceed the weight limit set by the airline. In order to be accepted as standard checked luggage the weight should be within the limit of up to 50 or 70 lbs. That being said, some airlines will accept oversized bags up to 126 linear inches (320 cm).
For most airlines, the largest luggage size for check-in is 62 linear inches. This means the total length + width + depth must equal 62 inches or less. RELATED: Our luggage size guide takes the guesswork out of measuring your bags before you get on the plane.
Can a 24 inch luggage be a carry on? Unfortunately no, the standard carry-on size is typically 22” x 14” x 9”, so a 24 inch bag is too large to bring on board of most economy standard airlines.
There is normally a maximum weight limit of 50 pounds per checked bag as well as a size restriction. The most common maximum size bag allowed is 62 linear (total) inches. A common size bag for checking through is: 27 x 21 x 14.
If your carry-on is 1-2 inches over the size limit, don't stress about it too much. Most likely, you'll be allowed to pass through without anyone saying anything.
If your carry-on is oversized (and doesn't physically fit inside the overhead compartments) or you encounter a strict airline employee, they will ask you to check it in at the gate.
While the bag shouldn't exceed the maximum dimensions of 45 linear inches, there may be some leeway depending on the airplane you're flying on. Overhead compartment sizes vary per airplane type. If you fly on an airplane with small overhead compartments, you will likely get busted for having an oversized carry-on.