United Airlines bagage allowance

Click here to view allowances and fees for checked baggage on United.


Carry-on/Cabin Baggage Allowance

Each traveler can bring on board one carry-on bag plus one personal item free of charge.


  • Carry-on bag - cannot exceed 14 inches x 9 inches x 22 inches (35 cm x 22 cm x 56 cm), including handles and wheels.
  • Personal Item – your personal item, such as a shoulder bag, backpack, laptop bag or other small item, cannot exceed 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches (22 cm x 25 cm x 43 cm).

Checked Baggage Dimensions

The dimensions of the bag should not exceed 62 linear inches (158 linear cm) and should not exceed 50 lb (23 kg). Bags over this size and weight may be subject to additional fees. Linear dimensions are the total of the length + width + height. For additional information on checked baggage dimensions click here.


Sporting Equipment and Musical Instruments

The airline 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.


Charges for extra and overweight baggage

For more information on extra and overweight baggage click here.


Allowances for people with limited mobility (wheelchairs)

Please check with the airline regarding the transportation of wheelchairs.