Regional Differences: Carry‑On Rules by Region
Summary: U.S. carriers focus on size; many European and Asia‑Pacific airlines also enforce weight. Low‑cost carriers tend to be stricter overall.
United States
- Primary constraint: Size (e.g., ≈ 22×14×9 in carry‑on; personal item must fit under‑seat).
- Weight limits: Rare.
- Practice: Full bins can force gate‑checks; regional jets have smaller bins.
Europe
- Weight checks: More common; limits often 8–10 kg.
- Low‑cost carriers: Tighter rules; consider priority boarding for overhead access.
Asia‑Pacific
- Frequent checks: 7–10 kg common; personal item rules may be specific.
- Enforcement: Scales at check‑in and gates; combined weights possible.
Latin America, Middle East & Africa
- Variation: Mix of size‑only and size+weight policies depending on carrier/route.
- Tip: Use our Airlines A–Z to confirm posted rules for your ticket type.