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The limit at those airlines stands at 22 inches tall by 14 inches wide by 9 inches deep. Southwest allows carry-ons that are 24 by 16 by 10. But IATA's recommendation is just that. Though the trade group is an influential mouthpiece for the industry, airlines are not obligated to adopt the carry-on standards.
However, make sure your carry-on bag is of a size permitted by your airline. Dimensions vary from airline to airline. These two legacy carriers allow each passenger one carry-on bag, and one personal item. In both cases, the carry-on bag must be no larger than 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and 9 inches high. US Airways also stipulates a maximum weight of 40 lbs. Delta says the carry-on bag must fit easily into its carry-on baggage gauges, located close to airport check-in desks. The gauges' dimensions are those of the largest permitted carry-on bag. Personal items allowed in addition to a carry-on bag include a briefcase, purse, laptop bag, camera bag or diaper bag.