How big are overhead compartments on Southwest?

Your carryon can be no bigger than 24” (L) x 16” (W) x 10” (H). If it’s bigger than those dimensions, it will need to be checked. Where can I store my carryon? You must store your carryon in the overhead bin.

What size bags are allowed on Southwest Airlines?

62 inches
How big can my checked baggage be? Each checked bag can weigh 50 pounds or less and be 62 inches in size (length + width + height). What is considered excess baggage? To check more than two bags, each additional bag will cost $75 each way as long as it is no bigger than 62 inches (L+W+H) and weighs 50 lbs. or less.

Can I have a backpack and a carry on Southwest?

Re: Backpack + carry-on bag? Yes, as a Southwest passenger, you are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item. Per the Southwest.com FAQs, TSA regulations allow a backpack as a personal item when dimensions are 18.5 x 8.5 x 13.5 inches. You are smart to check because some airlines severely limit carry-ons.

Do you need a mask to fly Southwest?

Do I need to wear a mask on the plane and or in the airport? No, federal law no longer requires that masks be worn in the airport or on the plane, but certain cities or states may still be requiring them at their airports. Make sure to check any airport you’re traveling to before arriving to know their policies.

Can you bring 2 carry ons on Southwest?

Southwest allows each passenger to have both a carry-on and a personal item onboard for free, so pay attention to those dimensions and bring both if you need the extra space! Southwest lists no weight restrictions for personal items.

Can a 24 inch suitcase be a carry-on?

Carry-on measurements should not exceed 24 inches long, 16 inches wide and 10 inches high. Personal items are limited to 18.5 inches long, 8.5 inches wide and 13.5 inches high.

What if your carry-on luggage is too big?

In short, if your carry-on is too large, you’ll have to pay to check it at the gate. You’ll find the exact rules for a large selection of airlines below, including specific size and weight limits. Take note: any handles and wheels on your bags count toward airlines’ size limits.