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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.
Can You Bring Nail Clippers on a Plane? Check the Kit
Ordinary nail clippers appear in US, UK and Canadian guidance. Check scissors, knife attachments and other manicure tools separately.
Carry-On Rules on Connecting Flights: What Actually Applies
Which airline's carry-on rules apply on connecting flights, when bags get gate-checked, how regional jets affect overhead space, and minimum connection times.
Liquid Rules for Carry-On: Containers, Exceptions and Transit
Check actual airport liquid rules, container capacity, medicines and sealed duty-free. EU and Heathrow examples with separate checked-baggage limits.
Medication in Carry-On: Checkpoint and Border Checks
Plan prescription documents, liquid screening, cooling and border permission for each leg. Confirm device rules and keep essential medicine accessible.
Can You Take a Musical Instrument as Carry-On? Airline Rules
Compare instrument cabin options: conditional US rules, Ryanair instrument seats and easyJet’s dedicated size exception and seat conditions.
Aeromexico carry-on: 10 or 15 kg combined, by fare and route
Aeromexico cabin baggage: 55×40×25 cm, combined weight and Light versus Básica. Check the United States exception and Premier rules.
Air Europa Carry-On: Economy and Business Limits
Air Europa: 55×35×25 cm, Economy 10 kg; Business two bags 14 kg combined. Personal item 40×30×15 cm included.
Air India cabin bags: one piece, 7 or 10 kg
Air India permits one main cabin bag in every class, measuring 55×40×20 cm, with a total of 115 cm.
Air India Express: 7 kg combined cabin allowance
Air India Express includes one 56×36×23 cm main bag and a 40×30×10 cm laptop bag, sharing 7 kg total.
Air Mauritius: 7 kg Economy, two 7 kg Business bags
Air Mauritius: 7 kg Economy, two 7 kg Business bags. Allowance and limits.
Air Serbia — carry-on: size, weight and exceptions
Air Serbia: 55×40×23 cm, 8 kg main bag plus 4 kg personal item. Business and USA/Canada route exceptions.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) Carry-On Rules: Size & Weight
All Nippon Airways (ANA): Cabin size, personal item and class limits.
Asiana Airlines Carry-On Rules: Economy to Business
Asiana Airlines: Cabin size, personal item and class limits.
Carry-On Rules for European Budget Airlines (2026)
Compare European budget airlines by free small bag, paid cabin entitlement, actual dimensions and per-piece or combined weight.
Carry-On Guide for Lagos (LOS): Airlines, Tips & What to Pack
Carry-on rules for flights to Lagos LOS. British Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines allowances, terminal info, security tips, and packing advice for Nigeria.
African Airline Carry-On Rules (2026)
Carry-on rules for Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, EgyptAir, South African Airways, RwandAir, Royal Air Maroc, and Air Mauritius. Tips for safari trips.
Carry-On Rules for Asia-Pacific Airlines (2026)
Carry-on size and weight allowances for Singapore Airlines, Cathay, JAL, ANA, Qantas, Air NZ, AirAsia, Malaysia, Thai, and Garuda — with regional trends.
Carry-On Rules in the Balkans: Croatia Airlines, Air Serbia & More
Carry-on size and weight rules for Balkan airlines including Croatia Airlines, Air Serbia, Pegasus, FlyBosnia, and Fly Montenegro.
Carry-On Rules in East Africa (2026)
Carry-on weight limits for Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, RwandAir, Uganda Airlines, and Precision Air. Security tips for NBO and ADD airports.
Carry-On Rules for Eastern Europe Airlines 2026
LOT, TAROM, Wizz Air, Czech Airlines, Belavia, Air Serbia, SmartWings carry-on size and weight limits plus airport tips for Eastern Europe.
European Airline Carry-On Rules Compared (2026)
Carry-on rules across European airlines compared: Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air, BA, Lufthansa, Air France, and more. LCC vs FSC differences, EU security rules.
Carry-On Rules for International Flights 2026
Carry-on rules for international flights differ from domestic. Learn size limits, liquid rules, security differences, and tips for long-haul travel in 2026.
Carry-On Rules for Middle East & Africa Airlines
Carry-on size and weight rules for Emirates, Qatar, Etihad, Saudia, Gulf Air, Oman Air, EgyptAir, Ethiopian, Kenya Airways, and South African Airlines.
Carry-On Rules for Nordic Countries: Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark
Nordic carry-on rules: fare and route differences for SAS, Norwegian and Finnair, plus checks for regional connections.
Carry-On Rules for North Africa: Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia & More
Carry-on size and weight limits for Royal Air Maroc, EgyptAir, Tunisair, Air Algérie, and Libyan Wings, plus airport tips for CAI, RAK, CMN, and TUN.
South American Airline Carry-On Rules (2026)
Carry-on rules for LATAM, Avianca, Azul, Copa, Gol, Volaris, and VivaAerobus. Size limits, weight, and airport security tips for South America.
UK Carry-On Rules: Airline Allowances and Airport Security
Separate UK airport screening from airline baggage rules; compare Jet2, TUI Airways UK, easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz.
Carry-On Rules in West Africa (2026)
Carry-on weight limits for Air Côte d'Ivoire, ASKY Airlines, Air Senegal, and Transair. Security tips for Lagos, Accra, and Casablanca airports.
Flying with wine: choose a bag and protect the bottles
Start with the actual label and bottle size, then choose cabin or checked carriage.
Emirates carry-on: sizes, classes and route exceptions
Emirates cabin bags: 55×38×22 cm, 7 kg Economy or 10 kg Premium Economy. Check the different Business pieces and Brazil/India exceptions.
Etihad cabin baggage: dimensions, weight and US exception
Etihad Economy permits one 56×36×23 cm bag up to 7 kg. Business and First share 12 kg across two bags, with a US exception.
HK Express carry-on: fare categories and 7 kg combined
HK Express: Ultra Lite/Essential personal item; Lite/Max main bag and personal item share 7 kg. Published sizes, checked bags and purchase/gate fees.
IndiGo cabin bags: 7 kg standard, 12 kg Stretch
IndiGo's standard cabin allowance is one 55×35×25 cm bag, 7 kg, with a total dimension limit of 115 cm.
Japan Airlines (JAL) Carry-On Rules: Economy to First
Japan Airlines (JAL): Cabin size, personal item and class limits.
Korean Air Carry-On Rules: Economy to Prestige Class
Korean Air: Cabin size, personal item and class limits.
Lion Air Carry-On Rules: 40×30×20 cm Size Limit (2026)
Lion Air: Cabin size, personal item and class limits.
Luxair — carry-on: size, weight and exceptions
Luxair: 55×40×23 cm, 8 kg each; Economy one main bag, Business two. Personal item 40×30×20 cm. €89 gate excess goes in hold.
Middle East Airlines Carry-On: 10 kg and Conflicting Size Rules
MEA main bag: 10 kg, or 8 kg for Düsseldorf/Copenhagen. Official size rules conflict; accessory 40×30×15 cm. Check your ticket.
Pegasus Carry-On: Light, Cabin Bags and Domestic Flights
Pegasus: 55×40×23 cm and 8 kg when included; international Light has only a 40×30×15 cm, 3 kg small bag.
RwandAir: one 10 kg cabin bag; Johannesburg 7 kg
RwandAir: one 10 kg cabin bag; Johannesburg 7 kg. Allowance and limits.
Singapore Airlines Carry-On Rules: Economy to Suites
Singapore Airlines: Cabin size, personal item and class limits.
SAA carry-on: 8 kg per bag and personal item
SAA Economy and Business cabin limits, personal-item dimensions, international liquids and power-bank restrictions.
SpiceJet cabin baggage: Boeing, Q400 and shared weight
SpiceJet cabin baggage: Boeing, Q400 and shared weight. Boeing 55×35×25 cm; Q400 50×35×23 cm; 7 kg.
Spring Airlines 9C: included 7 kg bag and cabin upgrade
Spring 9C includes 40×30×20 cm/7 kg. Plus or a purchased cabin upgrade permits 55×40×20 cm/10 kg. Laptop, measurement and route conditions.
TAROM — carry-on: size, weight and exceptions
TAROM: 8 kg total including personal item. Boeing 55×40×20 cm; ATR72 35×30×20 cm. Check aircraft and connections.
Your carry-on is overweight: choose the next step
A practical decision sequence at home, check-in or the gate; repacking must respect every bag and combined-weight limit.
Turkish Airlines Carry-On Rules: Size & Weight Guide (2026)
Turkish Airlines: Economy 55×40×23 cm and 8 kg, personal item 40×30×15 cm and 4 kg. Business, US departures, infant bags and fees explained.
Ukraine International Airlines: Current Cabin Rules Unconfirmed
UIA’s current cabin allowance and operating schedule are unconfirmed. Verify the actual flight, operating carrier, fare and baggage before travel.
Air China carry-on: 5 kg Economy, 8 kg Business and First
Compare Air China cabin allowances by class: 55×40×20 cm, one 5 kg bag in Economy/Premium or two 8 kg bags in Business/First.
Air Transat Carry-On: Eco Budget Routes, Size and Club Class
Air Transat cabin size is 55×40×23 cm; personal item 43×31×13 cm. Check Eco Budget route restrictions and the one-bag Club Class allowance.
US Airline Carry-On Rules (2026): Size & Basic Economy
Compare US airline carry-on sizes and basic fares. See which include an overhead bag, United exceptions, and Frontier and Allegiant limits.
Carry-On Weight Limits: Per Bag and Combined
Distinguish per-piece and combined cabin weights, measure your packed bags and check fare conditions before departure.
Cathay Pacific Carry-On Rules: Economy to Business (2026)
Cathay cabin baggage: one main bag plus small item, 7/10/15 kg combined by cabin, and the Hong Kong–New Zealand exception.
China Southern carry-on: 8 kg per bag and class limits
China Southern cabin bags: 55×40×20 cm, 8 kg each; one in Economy/Premium, two in Business/First, plus the personal-item and stroller conditions.
Flair Airlines Carry-On Rules: What You Need to Know
Flair includes a 43×33×15 cm, 7 kg personal bag. A 55×40×23 cm, 10 kg cabin bag needs a purchased allowance. Check bundle names and your booking.
Iberia Carry-On Rules: Basic, Weight and Business
Iberia cabin bags: 56×40×25 cm, 10 kg in Economy including Basic, 14 kg in Business, plus a personal item. Route exceptions and checked-bag links.
International Carry-On Rules: What Changes When You Fly Abroad
Compare operating airlines, cabin classes and fares on an international trip. Check airport security separately at departure and each connection.
Jeju Air Carry-On Rules: Size, Weight & Allowances (2026)
Jeju Air allows a 55×40×20 cm main bag and a 40×30×15 cm personal item within 10 kg combined. Gate fees, infant equipment and liquids explained.
Jetstar Carry-On Rules: Size, Weight & Fees (2026)
Jetstar Starter: two items sharing 7 kg before 2 February 2027. Business, future JQ rules, family items and checker limits explained.
MIAT cabin baggage: international and domestic limits
MIAT international cabin baggage totals 115 cm: one piece up to 8 kg in Economy or 12 kg in Business. Domestic limits are smaller.
Peach cabin baggage: two items, 7 kg combined
Peach includes one cabin bag and one personal item sharing 7 kg. Check the 115 cm total-size rule, fare inclusion and limits of the bag checker.
Qantas carry-on: international, domestic and India rules
Compare Qantas overhead, underseat and personal items, 7/10/14 kg limits, domestic exceptions and calculator scope.
Packing a Qatar Cabin Bag: A Weight and Size Worksheet
Build a Qatar packing plan from your ticket: measure 50×37×25 cm, budget Economy weight, include the laptop and add Business/First bags together.
Qatar Airways Carry-On: 7 kg Economy and 15 kg Combined
Qatar cabin allowance: 50×37×25 cm, one 7 kg Economy bag or two bags sharing 15 kg in Business/First. Brazil, US and laptop exceptions.
Royal Air Maroc carry-on: 10 kg Economy, 12 kg Business
Royal Air Maroc allows one 55×40×25 cm cabin bag plus a 40×30×15 cm personal item up to 2 kg. Compare Economy and Business limits.
Sports Equipment as Carry-On: What Airlines Allow (2026)
Which sports gear can fly as carry-on, which must be checked, and how major airlines handle skis, surfboards, bikes, and smaller sports items.
Sun Country Carry-On Rules: Sizes, Fees & Tips (2026)
Sun Country: 17×13×9 in; 24×16×11 in, 35 lb. Sun Country includes one small personal item.
SunExpress Carry-On Rules: Size & Weight Limits (2026)
SunExpress SunLight: one 4 kg underseat bag, 40×30×20 cm. Other listed fares: one 8 kg main bag, 55×40×23 cm. Add-ons and fees explained.
TAP Air Portugal Carry-On Rules: Fare Classes (2026)
TAP cabin allowance: 55×40×25 cm and 10 kg, plus a 2 kg personal item. Business quantities depend on destination; Discount includes the main bag.
VietJet Carry-On Rules: Size, Weight & Bundles (2026)
VJ Eco includes 7 kg combined; personal-item alternatives, fare totals and airport handling.
Air France Carry-On: Basic Fare, Sizes and Combined Weight
Air France cabin bags: 55×35×25 cm, small bag 40×30×15 cm, Basic fare conditions, Premium allowance and combined 12/18 kg limits.
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.
Austrian carry-on: Basic, Light and Business baggage
Austrian cabin bags: 55x40x23 cm and 8 kg, personal item 40x30x15 cm, Basic exceptions and Vienna liquid screening.
British Airways Cabin Bag Allowance (2026): Size & Rules
British Airways cabin-bag and personal-item sizes, Basic fare inclusion, lifting requirements and the difference from checked-bag allowances.
Batteries and Power Banks: Cabin and Checked-Bag Packing
Separate installed batteries, spare batteries and power banks. Check Wh, protect contacts and prepare electronics before a bag goes into the hold.
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.
KLM Carry-On: Basic Fare, Sizes and Combined Weight
KLM cabin bags: 55×35×25 cm, small bag 40×30×15 cm, Basic fare conditions, Premium Comfort allowance and combined 12/18 kg limits.
Lufthansa Carry-On Rules: Basic, Light, Size and Weight
Compare Lufthansa Basic and Light: 55×40×23 cm cabin bags, 8 kg per piece, 40×30×15 cm personal items, and route or status exceptions.
Southwest Carry-On Rules: Size, Personal Item and Fees
Southwest allows a free 24 × 16 × 10 inch carry-on and one personal item. See how to measure your bag and how checked-bag fees now differ by fare.
SWISS Carry-On Rules: Basic, Light, Size and Weight
SWISS cabin bags: 55×40×23 cm, 8 kg per piece; personal item 40×30×15 cm. Compare Basic and Light, status exceptions and Zurich liquid rules.
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 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.
Wizz Air Carry-On: Free Bag, 10 kg Limit and WIZZ Priority
Wizz Air allows a free 40×30×20 cm bag up to 10 kg. WIZZ Priority adds a 55×40×23 cm trolley. Compare both allowances and check your booking.
Bangkok Airways Carry-On Rules by Aircraft (2026)
Bangkok Airways allows one cabin item up to 7 kg. ATR72 flights use a 50×36×23 cm limit; Airbus A319/A320 flights use 56×36×23 cm.
Domestic US Carry-On Rules: What Every Airline Allows in 2026
All major US carriers allow 1 carry-on plus 1 personal item free on standard fares. Ultra-low-cost carriers charge extra. No weight limits apply.
JetBlue Carry-On Rules for All Fares (2026)
JetBlue includes one 22×14×9 in carry-on and one 17×13×8 in personal item on all current fares, with no published cabin weight cap.
Vueling Hand Luggage: Fly Light, Fly and Fly Grande (2026)
Vueling includes a 40×30×20 cm under-seat bag. A 55×40×20 cm overhead bag up to 10 kg depends on the fare or add-on.
Wizz Air UK Cabin Bag Rules: Free Bag and WIZZ Priority (2026)
The current Wizz Air baggage guide lists a free 40×30×20 cm bag up to 10 kg and a 55×40×23 cm trolley with WIZZ Priority. Check your booking before travel.
Carry-On Rules for First-Time Flyers: Complete Beginner's Guide
Everything a first-time flyer needs to know about carry-on bags: sizes, weight limits, liquids, security, and what to expect at the airport.
easyJet Cabin Bags: Free Size, 15 kg and Paid Large Bags
easyJet includes a 45×36×20 cm small bag. A 56×45×25 cm large bag needs an add-on or eligible benefit; each bag has a 15 kg limit.
Ryanair Cabin Bags: Free Size, Priority and Fare Rules
Ryanair allows a free 40×30×20 cm underseat bag. Priority adds a 55×40×20 cm, 10 kg cabin bag. Check what your fare includes.
Spirit Airlines Carry-On Rules: Fees & Free Bag Guide
Spirit Airlines personal item (18×14×8 in) is free. Overhead carry-on is a paid add-on at $37–99. How to avoid paying and when fees apply.
How to Check Airline Carry-On Rules: The Right Way
A reliable workflow for checking carry-on rules by operating airline, fare, cabin class and route, with official sources and visible uncertainty.
Airline Gate Bag Fees: What Happens When Your Carry-On Is Too Big
What happens when your carry-on fails the sizer or the bin is full — and what it costs. Gate fees by airline, with practical tips to avoid them.
Can I Bring Vapes in My Carry-On? Rules for 2026
Vaping devices must travel in carry-on due to lithium batteries. Vape liquid follows the 100ml rule. Some countries ban vaping entirely — check before flying.
Can You Bring a Gun on a Plane? (2026 Rules)
Guns are banned from carry-on worldwide. In the US, firearms may travel in checked luggage if unloaded, hard-case locked, and declared at check-in.
Can You Bring a Hair Dryer on a Plane? (2026 Rules)
Corded hair dryers are allowed in carry-on worldwide. Here's what to know about voltage, dual-voltage models, cordless options, and butane dryers.
Can You Bring Binoculars on a Plane?
Binoculars are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage on all airlines. Battery-powered models follow lithium battery rules. A hard case is recommended.
Can You Bring Supplements on a Plane? Yes, Easily
Vitamins, capsules, and tablets allowed in carry-on in any quantity. Liquid supplements follow the 100ml rule. Check CBD laws at your destination.
Can You Bring Tools on a Plane? (2026 TSA & EU Rules)
TSA allows tools under 7 inches in carry-on. EU and UK are stricter. Multi-tools with blades are always banned from carry-on. Full breakdown inside.
Art Supplies in Carry-On: What Airlines and Security Allow
Which art supplies can go in your carry-on? Paints, brushes, palette knives, charcoal, scissors — rules by material type with tips for traveling artists.
Flying With Medical Equipment: Carry-On Guide for Healthcare Workers
Rules for stethoscopes, portable ultrasound, sharps, medications, and medical devices in carry-on. Tips for healthcare professionals traveling for work.
How Wine Lovers Can Bring Wine Home on a Plane
Wine travel guide: the 100 ml rule, duty-free STEB bags, connecting flight risks, checked bag packing, customs limits by country, and wine shipping services.
US Airport Carry-On Rules: TSA, PreCheck & Airline Limits
US carry-on rules: TSA 3-1-1 liquids, PreCheck vs CLEAR, shoes off at security, and carry-on size limits for American, Delta, United, and Southwest.
Can You Bring Supplements & Vitamins on a Plane?
Pills and capsules fly freely. Powder supplements over 350 ml face extra screening. Protein powder is legal but may be swabbed. Here's what to expect.
Frontier Airlines Carry-On Rules: Fees & Free Options
Frontier Airlines personal item (18×14×8 in) is free. Overhead carry-on is paid. Discount Den, bundles, and Frontier credit card can include it free.
WestJet Encore Carry-On Rules: Turboprop Overhead Bin Reality
WestJet Encore (Dash 8) uses the same 51×43×23 cm, 10 kg limit as WestJet — but turboprop bins are far smaller. Valet check is common.