United Airlines2026 Baggage Policy
Airline Info
- Region
- North America
- IATA / ICAO
- UA/UAL
- Country
- United States
- Website
- united.com
Allowance Overview
On United Airlines, Basic Economy is the cheapest fare. You can bring 1 small bag for free, but no cabin bag. The small bag has no specified weight limit.
Baggage size limits
Small Bag
- Max dimensions
- 43 × 25 × 23 cm
Cabin Bag
- Max dimensions
- 56 × 35 × 23 cm
Small bags go under the seat in front of you, while cabin bags go in the overhead locker. When a size limit is published, measure the bag from the furthest points, including handles and wheels.
Fare
United Airlines offers 5 fares across all routes. Basic Economy is the cheapest fare. When included, small bags and cabin bags do not have a published weight limit. Make sure you can lift and stow them yourself.
FAQ
You can take 1 small bag, so a backpack is fine if it fits that allowance. A separate cabin bag is not included.
See the fare table to compare what each fare includes.
References
The baggage policies detailed above are sourced directly from the airline's official documentation. Policies are subject to change; we recommend verifying the latest limits with the airline before booking.
- 1.Bags | United Airlines
- 2.Carry-on Bags | United Airlines
- 3.Checked bags | United Airlines
- 4.International checked bag limits | United Airlines
- 5.Checked Bag Fee Calculator | United Airlines
- 6.Basic Economy | United Airlines
- 6.United Economy | United Airlines
- 7.Economy Plus | United Airlines
- 8.United Premium Plus
- 9.United First and United Business | United Airlines
- 10.United Polaris | United Airlines
- 11.United Polaris Studio℠
- 12.Premium Transcontinental Service | United Airlines
- 13.Contract of Carriage Document | United Airlines