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

✅ Copa Airlines allows Economy passengers 1 carry-on up to 22 × 14 × 10 inches (56 × 36 × 26 cm), maximum weight 22 lbs (10 kg).
Business Class: 2 carry-ons of the same size, combined weight 35 lbs (16 kg).
All passengers may also bring 1 personal item (handbag, backpack, or laptop bag).

Cabin ClassCarry-On Size (inches)Pieces AllowedWeight LimitPersonal Item
Economy22 × 14 × 10122 lbs (10 kg)Yes
Business22 × 14 × 10235 lbs (16 kg total)Yes

How to Measure Your Bag

  1. Measure wheels and handles too.
  2. Economy: confirm under 22 × 14 × 10 and under 10 kg.
  3. Business: both carry-ons together under 16 kg.
  4. Ensure personal item fits under the seat.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • Copa checks carry-on weight at check-in more often than U.S. carriers.
  • Business class passengers can take 2 bags, but combined weight is enforced.
  • Regional routes sometimes have smaller overhead bins.

Sources

Copa Airlines baggage policy