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American Airlines

American Airlines is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, and is one of the 17 major American airlines as defined by the US Department of Transportation. Since its 2013 merger with US Airways, it is largest airline in the world.

American Airlines flies to destinations around the world and is part of the One World airline alliance. Please see below for the maximum allowed carry on baggage size for American Airlines.

Updated April 2023

Headquarters Country: USA

Website: https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/baggage/carry-on-baggage.jsp

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American Airlines carry on baggage allowances

Number of items allowed: 1 + personal item

Maximum allowed in imperial: (official)

  • H x W x D = 22 x 14 x 9 in
  • H x W x D (personal item) = 18 x 14 x 8 in
  • Weight = not indicated

Maximum allowed in metric: (official)

  • H x W x D = 56 x 36 x 23 cm
  • H x W x D (personal item) = 45 x 35 x 20 cm
  • Weight = not indicated

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Ali is an expert at packing and loves to travel. On Travel Made Simple, she shares her best tips for packing less, dealing with layovers, planning travel itineraries, and more tips that will help you have the best vacation. Originally from the US, she now lives in Berlin, Germany with her husband and their adorable Yorkie.