Handles and carryon baggage sizing

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When measuring the dimensions of a piece of luggage, do you measure the height with the handle fully extended or collapsed?



Best Answer

Measure it in the configuration it will be in when stored in the airplane.

Presumably you'll collapse the handle before putting it in the bin, so that's the measurement to use here.




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Does carry-on size include handle?

Take note: any handles and wheels on your bags count toward airlines' size limits. In addition to a carry-on, most airlines also allow economy passengers to bring one "personal item," such as a briefcase, purse, laptop bag or small backpack. A personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.

What is the size of hand carry luggage?

Your carry-on bag should fit in the overhead bin. The maximum dimensions for a carry-on bag are 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches (22 centimeters x 35 centimeters x 56 centimeters). This includes handles and wheels.

How do I know what size my carry-on is?

"Linear inches" simply means the sum total of your bag's length, width and height. So if your airline allows carry-on bags that measure up to 45 linear inches, and your bag measures 20 inches by 10 inches by 9 inches, its measurement in linear inches is 20 + 10 + 9 = 39 inches, so it would be allowed.

Can I take a 22.5 inch carry-on bag?

Most airlines in the United States, including American, Delta and United, allow carry-on bags that are no more than 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and nine inches high.



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