North American Airlines' Personal Item Sizes
| Airline | Personal Item Size (in) | Personal Item Size (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Country Airlines | 17 x 13 x 9 in | 43 x 33 x 23 cm |
| United Airlines | 17 x 10 x 9 in | 43 x 25 x 22 cm |
| WestJet | 16 x 13 x 6 in | 41 x 33 x 15 cm |
| Minimum | 16 x 10 x 6 in | 41 x 25 x 15 cm |
Are airlines getting tough on personal items?
U.S. airlines are cracking down on what qualifies as a “personal item,” to the frustration of some passengers. For the airlines, baggage fees are big business. American Airlines made $1.22 billion in baggage revenue in 2021, according to a study from IdeaWorks and CarTrawler.