United Airlines - Baggage

1. What is the carry-on allowance?

United Airlines allows its passengers to carry one bag and one personal item, with the bag having maximum 9 x 14 x 22 in. (23 x 35 x 56 cm) (length x width x height) or 45 linear inches* (114 linear cm) and able to fit under your seat or in the overhead bin. Please visit this page for additional information.

2. What is the checked baggage allowance?

Depending on your route, your ticket's date of purchase, and your travel class, various allowances may apply to checked baggage. Please visit this page for details on allowances that apply to international routes, except U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands (see the link in the middle left of the page for this kind of information).

3. What about oversized/overweight and excess luggage fees?

Click here for International oversized, overweight and excess baggage details. For travel within the US and Canada, see the link located in the middle left part of that page.

4. How does United Airlines handle special items?

United Airlines allows you to travel with most sport equipment for a flat rate, while other items may be subject to the regular excess baggage fees that apply. Please visit this page and choose your area of travel for details.