How big a Tote Bag can I carry as personal Item on Various USA and Canadian Airlines?

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American Airlines Personal Item and Carry on Requirements:

United States Mainstream Airlines

United States Budget Airlines

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines
  • Allegiant Air
    • Personal Item: One free personal item. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Typical examples include a purse, briefcase, or small backpack.
    • Carry-on: (Fees apply) Maximum dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 36 x 23 cm).
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  • Sun Country Airlines
    • Personal Item: One free personal item. Must fit under the seat in front of you.
    • Carry-on: (Fees may apply) Maximum dimensions of 24 x 16 x 10 inches (61 x 41 x 25 cm).
    • Website:
  • Boutique Air
    • Personal Item: One small item like a purse or briefcase that fits under the seat.
    • Carry-on: Varies depending on aircraft type. They recommend checking with the airline when booking.
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  • Cape Air
    • Carry-on: Small bags that can fit in the overhead bins or under the seat in front of you.
    • Checked Baggage: Restrictions may apply based on aircraft type.
    • Website:
  • Southern Airways Express
    • Carry-on: Maximum dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches (56 x 36 x 23 cm). Must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat.
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Canadian Airlines Personal Item and Carry on Requirements:

Canadian Mainstream Airlines:

Canadian Budget Airlines

  • Flair Airlines
    • Personal Item: One free personal item with maximum dimensions of 16 x 13 x 6 inches (41 x 33 x 15 cm).
    • Carry-on: (Fees apply) Maximum dimensions of 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
    • Website: https://flyflair.com/travel-info/baggage
  • Swoop
    • Personal Item: One free personal item with maximum dimensions of 16 x 13 x 6 inches (41 x 33 x 15 cm).
    • Carry-on: (Fees apply) Maximum dimensions of 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches (55 x 40 x 23 cm).
    • Website:
  • Porter Airlines
  • Air North
    • They primarily serve the Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Alaska, and British Columbia. Their carry-on baggage limits are generous compared to some other airlines.
    • www.flyairnorth.com
  • Pacific Coastal Airlines
    • A regional airline based in British Columbia, serving destinations within the province.
    • www.pacificcoastal.com
  • PAL Airlines
    • Serves destinations in Eastern Canada, primarily Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, and the Maritimes.

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