Lynx Air Carry-On Size & Personal Item Rules (2025 Guide)

Quick Answer
✅ Lynx Air includes 1 free personal item (16 x 12 x 6 in / 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
✈️ Standard carry-on bags (21 x 15 x 9 in / 55 x 40 x 23 cm) cost extra.
⚠️ Checked baggage also requires a fee unless purchased in advance.


Details

  • Personal item (free):
  • 1 item up to 16 x 12 x 6 in (40 x 30 x 15 cm).
  • Must fit under the seat.
  • Carry-on bag (paid):
  • 1 bag up to 21 x 15 x 9 in (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
  • Stored in overhead bins.
  • Only included if purchased separately.
  • Weight limit:
  • Max 22 lbs (10 kg) for carry-ons.
  • Checked baggage:
  • Not included with base fares; available as a paid option.
  • Cheaper when booked online vs. at the airport.
  • International flights:
  • Same rules apply across Canada, U.S., and Mexico routes.

Lynx Air Carry-On Rules Summary

Bag TypeSize Limit (in/cm)Weight LimitNotes
Personal item16 x 12 x 6 (40 x 30 x 15)Free, under seat
Carry-on bag21 x 15 x 9 (55 x 40 x 23)22 lbs (10 kg)Paid, overhead bin

How to Measure Your Bag for Lynx Air

  1. Place your bag against a wall or flat surface.
  2. Measure height, width, and depth, including wheels, handles, and pockets.
  3. Compare with Lynx’s limits:
  • Personal item: 16 x 12 x 6 in (40 x 30 x 15 cm).
  • Carry-on bag: 21 x 15 x 9 in (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
  1. If oversized, it must be checked for a fee.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • ✈️ Basic fares: Only a small personal item is free.
  • ✈️ Fees: Carry-on and checked bags are always cheaper online.
  • ✈️ Strict enforcement: Oversized “personal items” are often reclassified as paid carry-ons.

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