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I read that your luggage should be under 62 linear inches. I have no idea if that is correct.

2007-05-22 07:57:32 · 5 answers · asked by April 1 in Travel Air Travel

I will be flying with United Airlines.

This is my first time flying so I have no clue what the rules are.

2007-05-22 08:16:10 · update #1

5 answers

That is generally correct, but varies by route / airlines / cities you are flying to. For example, some airlines only allow a maximum of 54 inches.

Which airlines / route are you look at?

Cheers,

2007-05-22 08:03:10 · answer #1 · answered by Sadiq H 2 · 0 0

I hate to tell you, but it depends upon the airline. While there are "guidelines", the individual airline does not have to abide by it. Next part: domestic or international? International allows more weight, etc. But, if you get on a plane in, say, Houston, and fly to New York, change carriers, then fly to Paris, the New York to Paris flight will allow more weight, bigger suitcases than the Houston to New York flight.
If you will fly with only ONE carrier things will be simplified with one set of rules. So, call up your carrier.
Also, try www.flyfaa.gov. Lots of airports have a device that you must be able to fit your suitcase through to avoid the over-size charge.

2007-05-22 08:07:15 · answer #2 · answered by Nothingusefullearnedinschool 7 · 0 0

Here is the link for all you need to know about baggage on United Airlines. If you are confused about anything be sure to contact a customer service representative.

http://www.united.com/page/middlepage/0,6823,1031,00.html?navSource=HPDropdown07&linkTitle=baggage

A few notes about baggage:

Remember that when you are traveling you may end up returning with more than you left with (especially if you are going on vacation and plan to pick up souvenirs -- of course the reverse could be true if you are carrying gifts for people at your destination) -- so don't leave with your bags stuffed to the gills and expect to be able to return with more weight.

If you do expect to purchase at your destination and the number of bags you checked on your outbound flight is fewer than what's allowed, throw an extra duffle or something in your suitcase so you'll be able to pack the souvenirs. And remember it's usually be easier to carry two smaller bags than one really, heavy huge one. And bags with wheels are essential.

Lastly: If you are purchasing at your destination and decide you are going to ship something, compare the shipping costs to how much it would cost you to pay for an extra piece of luggage. Most airlines charge between $75-$100, but some items can be much more expensive to ship especially internationally. However, if the item is breakable, go ahead and ship because you can't expect baggage handlers to treat your fragile item with care and with shipping it will be insured for breakage.

That might have been more information than you need -- but we have a lot of practice packing and flying!

Have a good trip.

2007-05-22 09:59:16 · answer #3 · answered by worldsowide 4 · 1 0

Bags are not measured when you check-in as a general rule, but the ticket agents who accept the baggage are pretty good at noticing if a bag might be "oversized". If you get an agent who is strictly "by the book" they may notice it is close and measure the bag. Hopefully your measurements are off, but if they measure it as being oversized you will be charged. There is no "just a little over", either you are or are not.

2016-05-20 01:53:39 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0 0

Depends on the airline...the airline's website will have that specific information for you.

2007-05-22 08:05:23 · answer #5 · answered by ellie_jb 2 · 0 0

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