AIRLINE BAGGAGE GUIDE
American’s carry-on limit counts handles and wheels, and most domestic fares include no checked bag. The details, checked on aa.com.
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Carry-on bag size | 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 in), including handles and wheels |
| Carry-on weight | No published weight limit |
| Checked baggage | Not included on most domestic Main Cabin fares |
| Standard checked bag max | 50 lb (23 kg), 62 in (158 cm) total |
| Personal item | 45 x 35 x 20 cm (18 x 14 x 8 in) max |
Checked against aa.com on 14 October 2026.
American’s carry-on bag may measure up to 56 x 36 x 23 cm, and that size includes the handles and wheels. No weight limit is published for carry-on bags, and the personal item may be up to 45 x 35 x 20 cm.
A checked bag is not included on most domestic Main Cabin fares. A standard checked bag may weigh up to 50 lb (23 kg) and measure up to 62 in (158 cm) in total.
Yes. American’s carry-on size limit of 56 x 36 x 23 cm includes the handles and wheels, so measure your bag with them included.
Not on most domestic Main Cabin fares — a checked bag is not included on those fares. A standard checked bag may weigh up to 50 lb (23 kg) and measure up to 62 in (158 cm) in total.
A personal item may be up to 45 x 35 x 20 cm (18 x 14 x 8 in).