American Airlines cabin bag size
Everything you can bring on board American Airlines — sizes, weight and cost.
✓ Verified · 9 Jul 2026Official American Airlines policy ↗
Free allowance
56 × 36 × 23 cm
22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in
Free on all fares
Check your bag against American Airlines →Full baggage allowance
| Allowance | Max size | Weight | Fare | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Personal item / under-seat ≈ 18 × 14 × 8 in. Must fit under the seat. | 45 × 35 × 20 cm 17.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in | — | All fares | Free |
Cabin bag / carry-on ≈ 22 × 14 × 9 in, including wheels & handles. | 56 × 36 × 23 cm 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in | — | All fares | Free |
Bags that fit American Airlines free
See all →Antler
Clifton Cabin
55 × 35 × 20 cm
33 L
2.9 kg
1 cm to spare
from £130
Peak Design
Travel Backpack 30L
51 × 33 × 22 cm
30 L
1.9 kg
1 cm to spare
from $230
American Airlines baggage FAQ
What size cabin bag can I take on American Airlines?+
American Airlines's cabin bag limit is 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in). Measure your bag including wheels and handles.
Does American Airlines include a free personal item?+
Yes — American Airlines lets you bring a personal item up to 45 × 35 × 20 cm that must fit under the seat in front of you at no extra cost.
How do I check if my bag fits American Airlines?+
Measure height, width and depth in cm or inches and enter them into the checker — you'll see instantly whether your bag fits American Airlines for free, is tight, or is over the limit, with the exact margin.
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