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Saturday, February 8, 2014

Know Before You Go!
If you are aware of the airline restrictions before you start to pack, you won’t be blindsided when you arrive at the airport.  Carry-On Luggage should not be overstuffed or over-packed.  That will slow you down when going through security. Keep the carry on organized so if security opens the bag, you can pack it back up quickly.  Use those handy packing cubes or clear plastic bags, so security won’t have to take out individual items.  If you are bringing any liquids or gels, make sure they are less than 3 ounces and are in a one quart zip-lock bag.   If the carry on is overstuffed and it’s a full plane, you may not be able to bring it on board.  You are entitled to one personal bag also.  Your “personal” bag can be a tote, briefcase, or large handbag, but it has to fit underneath the seat in front of you.  Again, don’t overstuff the bag as that will probably slow you down going through security.  Be sure you have a luggage tag on your bags.  It is also not a bad idea to have one tag on each handle (the side and top lift handle.) Bright colored tags or monogrammed tags help you to quickly identify your bag.  You want your information showing no matter which way it comes around on the carousel.  Be sure to remove all old labels and bar codes from the bag.  If you don’t, it can be sent to your previous destination.  Keep your baggage within the weight limit.  Overweight bags get charged on every leg of the journey and it can be expensive.  It is a good idea to lock your bag, and be sure it is a TSA approved lock.  Locking the bag keeps it from opening accidentally and spilling your belongings.  Be patient and have an enjoyable trip.   

Here is the list of some domestic and international baggage restrictions on carry on and checked baggage.  Overall dimensions are obtained by adding length, height and width together.  Remember, these are current restrictions as of January 2014, and you should check with individual carriers to be sure they have not changed!
American Airlines
Carry on: 45” = 22” x 14” x 9”
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
Delta
Carry on: 45” = 22” x 14” x 9”
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
Hawaiian Airlines
Carry on: 45” = 22” x 14” x 9”
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs.
JetBlue
Carry on: 24” x 16” x 10” (includes wheels)
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs.
Southwest
Carry on: 24” x 16” x 10” (includes wheels)
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs.
Spirit
Carry on: 22” x 18” x 10” (There is a charge for carry ons)
Checked: 62”, 40 lbs.
United
Carry on: 45”, 22” x 14” x 9”
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs.
US Airways
Carry on: 45” 22” x 14” x 9”, 40 lbs.
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs.
Aeromexico
Carry on: 22” x 14” x 9”, 22 lbs
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
Air China
Carry on: 22” x 14” x 9”, 22 lbs
Checked: 50 lbs
Air France
Carry on: 22” x 14” x 10”, 26.5 lbs
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
Avianca
Carry on: 45”, 22 lbs
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
British Airways
Carry on: 22” x 18” x 10”, 50 lbs
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
Cathay Pacific
Carry on: 22” x 14” x 9”, 15 lbs
Checked: 44 lbs China Eastern
Carry on: 22” x 14” x 9”, 15 lbs
Checked: 62”, 44 lbs
KLM
Carry on: 21.5” x 10” x 13.5”, 26 lbs
Checked: 62”, 50.5 lbs
Lufthansa
Carry on: 22” x 16” x 9”, 17.6 lbs
Checked: 62”, 50 lbs
Qantas
Carry on: 45”, 15 lbs
Checked, 54”, 50 lbs
Ryanair
Carry on: 22” x 16” x 8”, 22 lbs
Checked: 33 lbs
Singapore Airlines
Carry on: 45”, 15.5 lbs
Checked: 44 lbs
Thai Airways
Carry on: 22” x 18” x 10”, 15 lbs
Checked: 22 lbs
Turkish Airlines
Carry on: 22” x 16” x 9”, 18 lbs
Checked: 44 lbs
























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