American Airlines Carry-On Size & Personal Item (2025 Guide)

✅ Yes, American Airlines allows 1 carry-on up to 22 × 14 × 9 inches (56 × 36 × 23 cm), plus 1 personal item up to 18 × 14 × 8 inches (45 × 35 × 20 cm).
Wheels and handles count toward the size.

ItemMax Size (inches)Notes
Carry-On22 × 14 × 9Wheels/handles count
Personal Item18 × 14 × 8Must fit under the seat

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure your bag including wheels and handles.
  2. Compare with the 22 × 14 × 9 inch carry-on limit.
  3. For your personal item, check if it slides under the seat (18 × 14 × 8 box).

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Overhead bins can fill quickly. Even if your bag is within size, you might be asked to gate-check.
  • Regional jets have smaller bins, so most roller bags won’t fit overhead.
  • Wheels and handles DO count, so measure carefully.

Sources

American Airlines official baggage policy