With the rise in checked baggage fees, travelers are choosing to carry on luggage instead. In turn, airlines are becoming more stern with carry-on luggage size rules. Some airlines are making travelers pay for carry on luggage or having bags gate-checked due to the amount of people opting to avoid checking bags, which defeats the purpose of carrying on your luggage.
| Airline | Carry-On Fee | Carry-On Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | — | 9 x 15.5 x 21.5 in. | |
| Alaskan/Horizon Air | — | 10 x 17 x 24 in. | |
| American Airlines | — | 22 x 14 x 9 in. | |
| British Airways | — | 22 x 18 x 10 in. | |
| Delta Airlines | — | 22 x 14 x 9 in. | |
| Frontier Airlines | $35 — $50 | 10 x 16 x 24 in. | |
| Hawaiian Airlines | — | 22 x 14 x 9 in. | |
| JetBlue Airways | — | 24 x 16 x 10 in. | |
| Southwest Airlines | — | 10 x 16 x 24 in. | |
| Spirit Airlines | $25 — $100 | N/A | |
| United Airlines | — | 9 x 10 x 17 in. |
This chart was updated September 5, 2014. Specific airline regulations can be found by visiting your airline’s website as fees may vary depending on route, fare class, loyalty status, etc.
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