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Basic Economy guides
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Basic Economy Carry-On Rules by Airline (2026)
American and Delta include a carry-on. United usually allows a personal item only, with exceptions. Compare the booking rules before upgrading.
American Basic Economy: Carry-On and Checked Bag Rules
American Basic Economy includes a carry-on and personal item. Learn the size limits, boarding caveat and route-specific checked-baggage exceptions.
American Airlines Carry-On: Size and Basic Economy Rules
American includes one carry-on and personal item, including Basic Economy. Check 22 × 14 × 9 inch sizing and American Eagle valet exceptions.
Delta Basic Economy: Is a Carry-On Included?
Yes: Delta Basic Economy includes one carry-on and one personal item. Understand Main Basic restrictions, boarding and when gate checking can happen.
Delta Carry-On Rules: Size, Personal Item and Basic Economy
Delta includes a carry-on and personal item, including on Basic Economy. Check 22 × 14 × 9 inch sizing, under-seat fit and regional-aircraft limits.
United Carry-on Rules: Size and Basic Economy Exceptions
United allows a 22×14×9 in carry-on and 17×10×9 in personal item. Basic Economy has route and membership exceptions; check your booking.
United Checked Baggage: Size, Weight and How to Check Fees
United's standard checked-bag size is 62 linear inches. Check cabin and status weight limits, ticket-date fee changes, and Basic Economy exceptions.
United Basic Economy: Carry-on Exceptions and Bag Size
United Basic Economy usually includes a personal item only. Check route, Premier, eligible card and Star Alliance Gold exceptions before packing.