✅ Yes, Southwest Airlines allows 1 carry-on up to 24 × 16 × 10 inches (61 × 41 × 25 cm), plus 1 personal item (like a purse, backpack, or laptop bag).
Wheels and handles count toward the size.
Item | Max Size (inches) | Notes |
Carry-On | 24 × 16 × 10 | Wheels/handles included |
Personal Item | Must fit under seat | Backpack, purse, or laptop bag |
How to Measure Your Bag
- Measure your bag including wheels and handles.
- Compare with the 24 × 16 × 10 inch limit.
- Test your personal item by sliding it fully under a seat.
Gotchas / Common Issues
- Southwest bins are generous, but small regional planes may require gate-check.
- Personal items must fully fit under the seat, not just partly.
- Even if your bag meets size rules, space can run out on full flights.