Carry On

Alaska Airlines personal item size

Alaska Airlines does not publish an exact personal item size. The bag must fit under the seat in front of you. Most travellers are fine with a bag under 17 × 13 × 8 in (43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm).

Carry-on limit
22 × 14 × 9 in
55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm
Personal item limit
17 × 13 × 8 in*
43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm · guideline, not published
Weight limit
No published weight limit
Carry-on on the cheapest fare
Carry-on included on all fares

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Rules to know

  • Dimensions include wheels, handles and outside pockets.
  • No official personal item dimensions are published. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
  • No published weight limit. You must be able to lift the bag into the overhead bin yourself.

A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag fits within the Alaska Airlines carry-on limit.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a personal item on Alaska Airlines?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. No exact size is published, so aim for a bag under 17 × 13 × 8 in (43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm).

Is a carry-on free on Alaska Airlines?

Yes. One carry-on and one personal item are included on every fare.

What is the Alaska Airlines hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm), and you can also bring a personal item up to 17 × 13 × 8 in (43.2 × 33 × 20.3 cm).

How strict is Alaska Airlines about carry-on size?

Alaska Airlines publishes a 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) limit and may check bags at the gate, especially on full flights. Bags that clearly exceed the limit are gate-checked.

Do wheels and handles count toward the Alaska Airlines carry-on size?

Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.

Is there a weight limit for Alaska Airlines carry-on bags?

No. Alaska Airlines does not publish a carry-on weight limit, but you must be able to lift the bag into the overhead bin without help.

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Alaska Airlines baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy