Southwest Carry On 2023 - Cabin Bag Size & Weight Limit

Southwest Baggage Report Card

Carry-On Allowance9 / 10
Checked Bag Allowance10 / 10
Excess Baggage Fees9 / 10
Overall Grade9.3 / 10

Southwest passengers are permitted two carry-on items: One bag, plus one smaller personal-type item. Personal-type items include purses, briefcases, cameras, food containers, or laptops (case included). Pet carriers are considered either a personal item or a carry-on item.

Southwest Airlines limits carry-on bag dimensions to 10 x 16 x 24 inches. All Customers and Employees and their items are subject to a thorough physical search. The personal item is limited in size to 16.25 x 8 x 13.5 inches. [AMZ asins='B00LB7REFK,B082K8ZNQ1,B07ZWLQF9T,B00NW62PCA']

Exceptions
The following items are not considered carryon bags or personal-type items and are not counted against the "one-bag plus one personal-type item" limit:
A child restraint device for a ticketed child with a reserved seat or when complimentary, available space exists.
Assistive/mobility devices for individuals with a disability. There is no limit to the number of assistive/mobility devices a Customer can bring onboard the aircraft.
Outer garments or other wearable articles of clothing.
Food for consumption during flight contained in disposable packaging.
Walking canes or umbrellas.

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