How strict are the airlines if one's bag is only 2cm bigger than the rule? [closed]

If a carryon bag is 2cm bigger than the stated measurements I was curious as to how many airlines or which airlines in particular are known to enforce the rules most or all of the time? I presume a discount airliner such as Easyjet might even make you check your bag??

Edit: I'm not looking for anecdotes as to make it broad but more towards how do airliners run the bag checks? The methods? And, how these things might make easy to bypass or not. Not looking for something that just depends on the random mood of the checker but how each airline runs their checks every. single. time.

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It depends, if the airline provides one of those "IF IT FITS" boxes to check the size of the carry on, then it might be refused. For example, EasyJet:

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Anyway, 2 cm will not be easily noticed by bare eyes, so if the airline does not have the baggage checker at the gate I would take the chance as long as the weight is within the limit. Remember, if the airline has the baggage checker, it is better to pay for the extra size online, it will be much cheaper than paying at the gate.

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What happens if my checked bag is too big?

Checking baggage that exceeds the standard weight limit adds overweight fees, and if your bag weighs over 100 pounds, it probably won't fly. Airlines cap their weight allowances, even for overweight baggage. Whether your bags fly free or cost extra, they are still limited to the 62-linear inch size limit.

How strict are airlines with baggage size?

Re: Checked-in Baggage Dimensions - How strict are the airlines? Its the inconsistency - some airlines will let you have more than 23kg per bag while others 23kg is the limit and no negotiation full stop even if your limit is 30/32/40kg or more.

Does it matter how big your checked bag is?

Checked LuggageA common size bag for checking through is: 27" x 21" x 14". Airline carriers will allow overweight, oversize or additional baggage for additional fees. These fees can be quite expensive, and the airlines are typically very stringent in enforcing these policies.

What if my bag is bigger than 62 inches?

Any bag with a sum of length, width, and height of greater than 62 inches will generally fall into the oversized category. Oversized baggage fees are usually charged in addition to any standard, excess, or overweight fee.

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