American Airlines baggage size limits
Personal item
18 × 14 × 8 in (46 × 36 × 20 cm)
Carry-on
22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm)
Checked bag
62 linear in (158 cm) total · 50 lb (23 kg)
Personal items that fit American Airlines
Limit: 18 × 14 × 8 in (46 × 36 × 20 cm). 1 of 3 personal items we can check fit, and 2 more are a tight fit.
Travelpro Platinum Elite UnderSeat Tote
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, budget airlines
- Weight
- 2 lb
- Size in
- 16.5 × 10.25 × 7.5
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 7.6/10
Tight fit (slightly over)
Widely used on American Airlines, but a strict gate agent could make you check them.
Travelpro Maxlite 5 Rolling Underseat Bag
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, occasional trips
- Weight
- 5.5 lb
- Size in
- 17.5 × 14.5 × 8.5
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 6.1/10
Samsonite Spinner Underseater with USB Port
Samsonite · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, occasional trips
- Weight
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Size in
- 16.5 × 13.8 × 9
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 6.1/10
Carry-on bags that fit American Airlines
Limit: 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm). 1 of 5 carry-on bags we can check fit, and 1 more is a tight fit.
Travelpro Maxlite 5 Compact Carry-On Spinner
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, occasional trips
- Weight
- 5.1 lb
- Size in
- 22 × 14 × 9
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 8.4/10
Tight fit (slightly over)
Widely used on American Airlines, but a strict gate agent could make you check them.
Travelpro Maxlite 5 21" Carry-On Spinner
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, occasional trips
- Weight
- 5.4 lb
- Size in
- 23 × 14.5 × 9
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 7.6/10
Medium checked bags that fit American Airlines
Limit: 62 linear in (158 cm) total · 50 lb (23 kg). 3 of 3 medium checked bags we can check fit.
Whether a checked bag is included depends on your fare; check when you book.
Travelpro Maxlite 5 25" Expandable Spinner
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for occasional trips, frequent flyers, families
- Weight
- 7.3 lb
- Size in
- 27 × 18.5 × 11.5
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 8.8/10
Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 26" Medium
Amazon Basics · Budget · Best for occasional trips, families
- Weight
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Size in
- 26.8 × 17.8 × 11.3
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 8.0/10
Samsonite Freeform 24" Medium Spinner
Samsonite · Mid-range · Best for occasional trips, families
- Weight
- 8.5 lb
- Size in
- 27.9 × 19.6 × 13.4
- Warranty
- 10 yr
- Our score
- 8.2/10
Large checked bags that fit American Airlines
Limit: 62 linear in (158 cm) total · 50 lb (23 kg). 1 of 4 large checked bags we can check fit.
Whether a checked bag is included depends on your fare; check when you book.
Traveler's Choice Pagosa Large 30" Hardside Spinner
Traveler's Choice · Mid-range · Best for families, occasional trips
- Weight
- 11.2 lb
- Size in
- 30 × 20 × 12
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 8.6/10
American Airlines baggage FAQ
What is the American Airlines personal item size limit?
18 × 14 × 8 in (46 × 36 × 20 cm). Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on American Airlines' website before you fly, as rules can change.
What is the American Airlines carry-on size limit?
22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm). Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on American Airlines' website before you fly, as rules can change.
What is the American Airlines checked bag size limit?
62 linear in (158 cm) total · 50 lb (23 kg). Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on American Airlines' website before you fly, as rules can change.