United Airlines Baggage
All information about United Airlines baggage allowance and fees in one page!
To see paid United Airlines baggage allowance and fees please look below.
Information about free United Airlines baggage limits:
| Free Cabin baggage limits | Free Checked baggage limits | |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 56x35x23cm (22x14x9in) Plus an Personal bag | 22.6kg -Baggage fees apply |
To know more about United Airlines baggage allowance and fees: https://www.united.com/web/en-US/content/travel/baggage/default.aspx
Updated March 31, 2016
More detailed information about United Airlines baggage allowance and fees below:
When flying with United Airlines, you’ll be allowed 1 carry-on bag, with maximum dimensions limited to 14 inches x 9 inches x 22 inches (23 x 35 x 56 cm). You can check the size at the airport by using one of metal bins at the check-in desk to measure your bags.
No weight limit is specified, but you must be able to easily place the bag into the overhead compartments by yourself, or keep it below the seat in front of you.
You can also bring a “personal item” such as a purse or laptop, which is also limited in by the same dimensions.
Carry-on bag
The maximum dimensions for a carry-on bag are 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches (22 cm x 35 cm x 56 cm), including handles and wheels.
Personal item
The maximum dimensions for your personal item, such as a shoulder bag, backpack, laptop bag or other small item, are 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches (22 cm x 25 cm x 43 cm).
Baggage Fees apply to all checked bags on United Airlines flights within and between Canada, the US, the US Virgin Islands, and the Caribbean. The first bag will typically cost you in the range of $25, and a second bag will be charged $35 – $40, depending on the destination.
These bags are limited in weight to a maximum of 50lbs (23kg).
Most other international destinations will allow the first bag to be checked free of charge, but a second bag (also limited to 50lbs/23kg) will charged a higher rate. This rate varies from $40-$150, although there are a few exceptions where a second bag fee is not charged.
Please note that the United Airlines baggage policies have been recently updated, so make sure to check the current regulations for what will apply to your flight.
The United Airlines may have specific requirements and fees for transporting sporting equipment and musical instruments. Please check with the airline for limitations, transportation requirements and fee information.For more information on traveling with sporting equipment or musical instruments click here