Is International Carry On the same as domestic?

International carry-on sizes are generally smaller than the US domestic limit of 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 45 linear inches. Carry ons for international flights are usually between 22 and 15.7 inches tall, with varying depth and width limits.



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Europe. European airlines tend to be stricter than US airlines, especially about luggage weight and personal items (which are sometimes not allowed). Avoid getting your bag weighed if possible (see the tips above). Air France: 55 x 35 x 25 cm (22 x 14 x 10 inches), 12 kg (26 lb).

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Now, let's get into my top tips for travelling with hand luggage only.
  1. Choose your cabin bag wisely. ...
  2. Double check the weight limit and dimensions. ...
  3. Check if you're allowed a personal item. ...
  4. Some airports allow duty free as an extra item on-board. ...
  5. Use packing cubes. ...
  6. Keep your toiletry bag light. ...
  7. Be careful of liquids.


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You can bring one carry-on bag and one personal item for free on most domestic and international flights.

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Technically, any piece of luggage that you “carry on” to an airplane is a carry-on bag. Most airlines allow one piece of carry-on luggage or “hand baggage” that can fit in the overhead bin, plus a “personal item” (a smaller purse, computer bag, diaper bag, small backpack, etc.

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Most airlines allow backpacks as carry-ons, but size and weight restrictions vary depending on the carrier. Typically, the bag must be within the cabin baggage dimensions of around 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 36 x 22 cm), commonly considered the standard size for carry-on.

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However, on international carriers—even on codeshares with U.S. airlines—weight is a real consideration, and one that impacts what you can and can't carry onboard. Most of the time, airlines that limit the weight of carry-ons will ask you to weigh your bag as you check in.

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You can too. It is -- and I've done it. In fact, I'm writing this column in the middle of a month-long trip to Europe with just a carry-on bag and an (admittedly large) personal item. I'm convinced pretty much anyone else can do it too.

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Most airlines let you bring a carry-on bag and a personal item. In most cases, your handbag, briefcase, or small backpack must fit beneath the seat in front of you and within the airline's size restrictions. In contrast, a carry-on bag is typically larger and is stored in the overhead compartment.

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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.

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Domestic carriers have clear carry-on size restrictions, but not weight restrictions. In fact, U.S. carriers may not even be equipped to monitor weight at the gate, since boarding gates generally don't have scales.

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If your cabin baggage exceeds the authorized weight and dimensions, we shall be required to: - ask you to pay an additional charge, payable by credit card only, at the cost of the additional baggage. - ask you to leave your baggage at the baggage disputes service in the event of payment refusal.

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Generally, you're allowed one carry on and one personal item, such as a purse, suit bag, briefcase. As long as your backpacks conform to the airline size specifications for hand luggage, it's not a problem that both your carry-ons are backpacks.

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Typically in economy, you can bring one carry-on and one personal item. If you bring two bags, one must fit underneath your seat and the other can go into the overhead bin. If you're flying in an upgraded class like business or first, you may be allowed an additional carry-on bag.

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Most airlines let you bring a carry-on bag and a personal item. In most cases, your handbag, briefcase, or small backpack must fit beneath the seat in front of you and within the airline's size restrictions. In contrast, a carry-on bag is typically larger and is stored in the overhead compartment.

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