Personal item size on a United Airlines flight to Asia

I am planning on going to Tokyo from USA via United Airlines for the first time. My carry-on bags and checked baggage are within the size limits, however, I have a problem with the personal item size limit of 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches. It is very small to fit my laptop back pack (16 inches), and I already have Targus Drifter II Backpack for 16-Inch Laptop that size 13.8 x 9.1 x 17.7 inches.

At a result, I have to buy the new laptop bag? (But I can't find it) Or will I have to pay this fee when I board?

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How big can a personal item be on an international flight?

Including handles and wheels, the maximum dimensions for a carry-on are 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and 9 inches high. Personal items are limited to 17 inches long, 10 inches wide and 9 inches high. United doesn't publish weight limits for carry-ons.

How big can a personal item be on United Airlines?

Your personal item should fit underneath the seat in front of you. The maximum dimensions for your personal item are 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches (22 centimeters x 25 centimeters x 43 centimeters).

Can you bring a backpack as a personal item United Airlines?

Personal Item DimensionsPersonal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Common items include backpacks, laptop bags, and purses. These bags can be no larger than 9 inches X 10 inches X 17 inches (22 cm X 25 cm X 43 cm). Like carry-on bags, personal items do not have to meet a weight requirement.

Do airlines check personal item size?

1 personal item and 1 carry-on*Dimensions should not exceed 18 x 14 x 8 inches (45 x 35 x 20 cm). Diaper bags (1 per child), soft-sided cooler bags with breast milk, child safety seats, strollers and medical or mobility devices don't count as your personal item or carry-on.

How to pack a United Airlines Basic Economy Bag 17 x 9 x 10 for 3 to 5 days (9x17x10)

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