Airline spec · verified 2026-07-02
American Airlines carry-on & personal item size limits
Every number below was checked against American Airlines's official pages on 2026-07-02, with links to the source.
Carry-on bag free verified
22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm)
No published weight limit
Wheels and handles count toward the limit.
Source: official page · checked 2026-07-02
Personal item free verified
18 × 14 × 8 in (45 × 35 × 20 cm*)
No published weight limit
Must fit under the seat in front of you
Source: official page · checked 2026-07-02
Checked bag verified
62 linear in (L+W+H)
Weight limit: 50 lb
Total length + width + height must also stay under 62 linear inches.
Standard per bag; premium cabins 70 lb / 32 kg; absolute caps 115 in total / 100 lb
Source: official page · checked 2026-07-02
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Basic economy carry-on included
Basic Economy includes one free personal item AND one free carry-on; boards last (Group 9) so bins are often full — be ready to gate-check. No free checked bag.
Source: official page · checked 2026-07-02
FAQ
What size carry-on does American Airlines allow?
22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm), including wheels and handles. Checked against the official page on 2026-07-02.
Does American Airlines charge for a carry-on?
No — a carry-on is included for standard fares.
What size personal item does American Airlines allow?
18 × 14 × 8 in (45 × 35 × 20 cm*) — it must fit under the seat in front of you.
Is there a carry-on weight limit on American Airlines?
No general weight limit is published for American Airlines carry-ons as of 2026-07-02. You must be able to lift the bag into the bin yourself.
Does basic economy on American Airlines include a carry-on?
Basic Economy includes one free personal item AND one free carry-on; boards last (Group 9) so bins are often full — be ready to gate-check. No free checked bag.
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