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.
Are backpacks free on Southwest?
Weight and Size Allowance
Southwest will accept the first two checked bags for free provided that the bags do not exceed 50 lbs and 62 inches (L+W+H)
. Overweight items from 51 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for a charge of $75.00 per item one-way.
Does a duffel bag count as a personal item on Southwest?
Our carryon rules allow for one carryon bag (duffel, carryon on suitcase, etc) and one personal item
, which would typically be a purse, or a backpack, or a briefcase.
Is backpack considered carry-on or personal item?
According to Delta, “
If the backpack can get under the seat in front of you, then it will be considered a personal item
.” Carry-on bags can be up to 22 x 14 x 9 inches, so if your backpack is bigger than that, it’s probably not going in the overhead bin, either.
How many bags are you allowed on Southwest?
Checked baggage basics
Each Customer is allowed
two free checked bags
(weight and size limits apply). Plus, golf bags
1
and skis
2
count toward your free checked bag if they are within the weight limit. At the airport, check your bags using our self-tagging kiosks or with a friendly Southwest agent.
What is not allowed in a carry-on?
Liquids, gels, or pastes in bottles larger than 3.4 ounces (100 ml) Guns and ammunition (including BB guns and cap guns) Stun guns and tasers. Sharp objects (knives, axes, razor blades)
Is Southwest strict with personal item?
Southwest also allows you to bring a personal item that can be 18.5 x 8.5 x 13.5 inches
. And it’s not only Southwest’s carry on policy that is generous.
Can you check boxes on Southwest?
The rule is that
boxes in excess of 62 inches (height+length+width) are oversized and incur an extra fee
. Your 18x18x24 boxes are fine.
What is considered a personal item on Southwest Airlines?
Personal items include
purses, briefcases, cameras, food containers, or laptops
(case included). How big can my personal item be? *Measurements vary by seat type and aircraft. These dimensions reflect the smallest available length, width and height under the seat.
What baggage is included with Southwest?
Southwest will accept the first two checked bags for free provided that the bags do not exceed 50 lbs and 62 inches (L+W+H).
Overweight items from 50 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for a charge of $75 per item
.
Can I bring a backpack and a duffel bag on a plane?
What Counts as a Personal Item? In airline terms, a personal item is any bag that can fit completely under the seat in front of you.
A purse, briefcase, laptop bag, backpack or small duffel bag generally all qualify as personal items
.
What size backpack is considered carry-on?
What Size Should a Backpack Be to Be Considered a Carry-On? Most airlines allow carry-on luggage that measures up to a maximum of 22 x 14 x 9 inches. In terms of volume, backpacks that are
40-45 liters
are good as a carry-on. Anything bigger than that might require you to have it checked in instead.
What size backpack is allowed on a plane?
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).
Will a backpack fit under a plane seat?
Although the dimensions may vary, in general,
the space under an airplane seat can accommodate backpacks 18 inches long, 14 inches wide, and 8 inches high
.
Can I have 2 carry-on bags 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.
How many bags does Southwest allow for free?
How much does Southwest charge for baggage?
Your first two checked bags
are free on Southwest, as long as the bags do not exceed 50 pounds and 62 inches on any side. If your items are larger than that (but less than 100 pounds and smaller than 80 inches on any side), you’ll need to pay $75 per item, each way.
What is the 311 rule?
Each passenger may carry liquids, gels and aerosols in travel-size containers that are 3.4 ounces or100 milliliters
. Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols.
Is toothpaste considered a liquid?
Does toothpaste count?
The TSA treats all aerosols, gels, creams and pastes as liquids
. That means that things like toothpaste, hairspray, shave gel, lip gloss and even peanut butter are all subject to the 3-1-1 rule.
Can I bring snacks on a plane?
Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage
. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.
Is Southwest strict about weight?
Maximum weight is 50 pounds
and maximum size is 62 inches (length + width + height) per check piece of luggage. Overweight items from 51 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for an overweight and oversize baggage fee of $75 per item. Full details.
Does deodorant count as a liquid TSA?
What are the TSA rules for deodorant? A. Standard stick deodorant is fine to bring on a plane in either your checked or carry-on bag.
Gel or spray deodorant is subject to the liquid/gel restrictions
and may not be carried on in excess of 3.4 ounces.
Do the wheels count when measuring luggage?
What is this?
Wheels do count when measuring luggage
. This means that 2-wheeler suitcases with recessed wheels usually have more space inside the bag that 4-wheelers with protruding wheels.
How big of a box can I check on Southwest?
Here’s the policy: Southwest will accept the first two checked bags for free provided that the bags do not exceed
50 lbs and 62 inches
(L+W+H). Overweight items from 50 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches will be accepted for a charge of $75 per item.
Can I take a box instead of a suitcase?
Yes, you can
! Typically, college students and people that are moving or relocating tend to check extra boxes with an airline. Not many of us have more than a couple of suitcases in our hallway closets.
Can I ship a box instead of luggage?
The short and simple answer: YES. Nevertheless, just as with your other checked luggage, an airline’s standard baggage fees and rules and restrictions will apply.
You have to make sure that your cardboard box’s size and weight are within the allowed restrictions for standard checked luggage
.
