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Airline policies, airline by airline

Carry-on sizes, checked-bag fees, change and cancellation rules, seat selection and pet policies for 30 airlines — each page verified against the carrier’s own fare families, then grouped by alliance so you can compare like with like.

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Star Alliance(7)

The largest alliance: one status carries across 25+ carriers, and through-fares usually follow the marketing carrier’s bag rule for the whole itinerary. Compare member policies below before you pack, because cabin-bag weight limits and Basic-style fares still differ sharply between Lufthansa, United, ANA and their partners.

TKEurope

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines typically allows a cabin bag around 55×40×23 cm up to about 8 kg in economy, with checked piece or weight allowances depending on route. Promo fares restrict changes; seat selection is often paid for preferred seats. Small pets may travel in cabin on some routes with rules — verify July 2026 for your ticket.

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SQAsia-Pacific

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines typically allows an economy cabin bag within published dimensions up to about 7 kg, with checked weight allowances on most international fares. Value fares limit changes; preferred seats may be paid. Pets generally travel as cargo. Confirm July 2026 rules for your ticket.

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Lufthansa

Lufthansa typically allows a cabin bag around 55×40×23 cm plus a personal item, with economy cabin weight often near 8 kg. Long-haul economy usually includes checked pieces on non-Light brands; Light unbundles bags and changes. Pets are mostly hold/cargo — verify July 2026 rules on your booking.

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LXEurope

SWISS

SWISS typically allows a cabin bag around 55×40×23 cm plus a personal item, with economy cabin weight often near 8 kg. Checked pieces are commonly included on non-Light long-haul economy; Light unbundles bags and flexibility. Pets are mostly hold/cargo — verify July 2026 rules on your booking.

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UANorth America

United Airlines

United typically allows a carry-on around 56×35×23 cm plus a personal item on most fares above Basic Economy; Basic Economy usually limits you to a personal item only on United metal. Checked bags are paid extras on many US tickets. Small pets may fly in cabin on selected routes — verify July 2026 rules.

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NHAsia-Pacific

ANA

All Nippon Airways typically allows one cabin bag around 55×40×25 cm plus a personal item, with total cabin weight near 10 kg on many economy tickets. International checked baggage is often included by weight or piece on full fares, while discount brands may trim allowances. Pets usually travel as cargo, not cabin leisure PETC. Verify live rules for your PNR as of July 2026.

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ACNorth America

Air Canada

Air Canada Basic fares often unbundle checked bags and seat selection, while standard economy and long-haul fares typically include structured cabin and checked allowances. Cabin bags are commonly around 55×40×23 cm with personal items. Small pets may travel in cabin on qualifying routes for a PETC fee. Verify live rules for your PNR as of July 2026.

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SkyTeam(4)

SkyPriority and elite-plus perks carry across member airlines, but basic economy rules differ sharply by carrier — Delta, Air France-KLM and Korean Air each set their own bag fees, seat charges and change policies. Check the exact operating carrier’s page below, not the alliance marketing, before you book or pack.

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Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic typically allows a cabin bag around 56×36×23 cm with a weight cap near 10 kg in economy, and most classic long-haul economy fares include checked baggage while Light fares may unbundle it. Seat selection and changes follow the fare family. Pets generally travel as cargo. Confirm July 2026 rules on your ticket.

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AFEurope

Air France

Air France typically allows a cabin bag around 55×35×25 cm plus a personal item, with economy cabin weight often near 12 kg on AF metal. Checked bags follow piece concept on many long-haul fares and are unbundled on some Light tickets. Changes track the fare family — verify live rules as of July 2026.

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KLM

KLM typically allows a cabin bag around 55×35×25 cm plus a personal item, with economy cabin weight often near 12 kg on KL metal. Checked bags are often included on Standard long-haul and sold as extras on Light fares. Seat fees and pet options vary by route — verify live rules as of July 2026.

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DLNorth America

Delta Air Lines

Delta typically allows a carry-on around 56×35×23 cm plus a personal item, with checked bags sold as extras on many US fares and sometimes included on long-haul brands. Basic Economy restricts seats and changes. Small pets may travel in cabin on selected routes — verify July 2026 rules on your ticket.

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oneworld(7)

Strong transatlantic and Asia-Pacific coverage, and Avios carriers share a currency — but not bag fees, seat costs or change rules. British Airways, American, Qantas, Cathay and Iberia each unbundle differently, so read the operating carrier’s policy below before assuming your allowance matches a partner’s.

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British Airways

British Airways typically allows a cabin bag up to 56×45×25 cm plus a personal item, with checked bags often included on long-haul economy and sold as extras on many short-haul Basic fares. Change and cancellation rules track the fare family. Seat fees and pet options vary by cabin and route — verify live rules for your ticket as of July 2026.

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QRMiddle East

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways typically allows economy cabin bags around 50×37×25 cm up to about 7 kg, with checked weight allowances common on international fares. Change flexibility and seat fees follow the fare family. Pets usually travel as cargo via Doha. Verify July 2026 rules on your booking.

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CXAsia-Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific typically allows an economy cabin bag within published dimensions up to about 7 kg, with checked weight or piece allowances depending on route. Light fares restrict flexibility; preferred seats may cost extra. Pets usually travel as cargo. Verify July 2026 rules on your booking.

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QFAsia-Pacific

Qantas

Qantas typically allows an economy cabin bag within published dimensions at about 7 kg, with checked weight allowances that often sit near 30 kg on many international fares. Classic and Light brands restrict changes; Flex is kinder. Pets usually travel as freight or on approved routes — verify live rules for your ticket as of July 2026.

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AANorth America

American Airlines

American Airlines typically allows a carry-on around 56×36×23 cm plus a personal item on most fares above Basic Economy; Basic Economy usually allows only a personal item on AA metal. Checked bags are paid extras on many US tickets. Small pets may fly in cabin on selected routes — verify July 2026 rules.

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JLAsia-Pacific

Japan Airlines

Japan Airlines typically allows one cabin bag around 55×40×25 cm plus a personal item, with total cabin weight near 10 kg on many economy tickets. International checked baggage is often included by weight or piece on full fares, while discount brands may trim allowances. Pets usually travel as cargo, not standard cabin leisure PETC. Verify live rules for your PNR as of July 2026.

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IBEurope

Iberia

Iberia Basic short-haul fares often unbundle checked bags while many long-haul economy tickets include at least one 23 kg hold piece. Cabin bags are typically around 56×40×25 cm plus a personal item. Leisure pets usually travel as cargo. Verify live rules as of July 2026.

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Low-cost & independents(12)

No alliance safety net: unbundled fares, strict bag sizers and per-segment fees are the norm, and the cheapest ticket often becomes expensive once bags and seats are added. Read the policy before you pack — the low-cost and regional carriers below each enforce their rules at the gate.

U2Europe

easyJet

easyJet includes a small underseat cabin bag on standard fares; a larger cabin bag usually needs an add-on or easyJet Plus-style bundle. Hold bags, allocated seats and changes are paid extras. Pets are generally not carried. Price the all-in total as of July 2026 — airport bag desks are expensive.

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Ryanair

Ryanair includes a small personal bag on standard fares; a 10 kg cabin bag usually requires Priority & 2 Cabin Bags. Check-in bags, seats and changes are paid extras with strict online deadlines. Leisure pets are not carried. Verify live fees as of July 2026 — airport prices hurt.

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EKMiddle East

Emirates

Emirates typically allows a cabin bag around 55×38×20 cm up to about 7 kg in economy, with checked baggage sold as a weight allowance that varies by route and fare. Seat selection is often free for standard seats when booked early; pets usually travel as cargo. Confirm July 2026 figures for your ticket.

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EYMiddle East

Etihad Airways

Etihad typically allows an economy cabin bag near 56×36×23 cm up to about 7 kg, with checked weight allowances on most international fares. Fare brands control change and cancellation costs; preferred seats may be paid. Pets usually travel as cargo. Confirm July 2026 details on your PNR.

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WNNorth America

Southwest Airlines

Southwest is famous for two free checked bags on most tickets plus a carry-on and personal item within published sizes. Wanna Get Away fares restrict changes versus higher brands. Seating products have evolved — confirm whether your ticket uses assigned seats. Pets may travel in cabin on selected routes — verify July 2026 rules.

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B6North America

JetBlue

JetBlue typically allows a carry-on around 56×36×23 cm plus a personal item on fares above Blue Basic; Blue Basic usually limits you to a personal item. Checked bags are paid extras unless a bundle or status perk applies. Even More Space seats cost more. Small pets may fly in cabin — verify July 2026 rules.

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NKNorth America

Spirit Airlines

Spirit Airlines is an ultra-low-cost carrier: a small personal item is typically included, while overhead carry-on bags, checked luggage, seat selection and many changes are paid extras. Bundle fares and the Saver Club can trim ancillaries. Cabin pets may be allowed on some routes for a fee. Verify live fees for your PNR as of July 2026.

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F9North America

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines is an ultra-low-cost carrier: a small personal item is typically included, while overhead carry-ons, checked luggage, seat selection and many changes are paid extras. The WORKS and other bundles can bundle bags and seats. Cabin pets may be allowed on some routes for a fee. Verify live fees for your PNR as of July 2026.

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WSNorth America

WestJet

WestJet typically allows a personal item on all fares, with carry-on and checked bags bundled or sold separately on UltraBasic and Basic tickets. Standard and above usually include a cabin bag; hold luggage is often prepaid online. PETC for cats and dogs is commonly available on select routes. Verify live rules for your fare as of July 2026.

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Aer Lingus

Aer Lingus Saver short-haul fares often unbundle checked bags while long-haul economy typically includes at least one hold piece. Cabin bags are commonly around 55×40×24 cm plus a personal item on inclusive fares. Pets in cabin are limited. Verify live rules as of July 2026.

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DYEurope

Norwegian

Norwegian LowFare includes a small underseat cabin bag; a larger overhead cabin bag is typically a paid add-on or bundle. Checked luggage is usually prepaid online at lower rates than the airport. Pets are heavily restricted. Verify live rules as of July 2026.

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W6Europe

Wizz Air

Wizz Air includes a small underseat cabin bag on standard fares; a larger overhead cabin bag typically requires WIZZ Priority or a bundle. Checked luggage is prepaid online at lower rates than the airport. Leisure pets are generally not carried. Verify live rules as of July 2026.

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Primary sources and further checks

Official and independent sources worth checking alongside this guide. We are not paid for these links.