Official airline data, verified 2026-07-08
Delta Air Lines carry-on size
Delta Air Lines' carry-on limit is 22 x 14 x 9 in (wheels and handles included). Check your own bag against it below.
Carry-on max
22 x 14 x 9 in
no weight limit
Personal item
Not published
must fit under seat
Carry-on fee
Free
on standard fares
1st checked bag
$45
2nd: $55
Will your bag fit Delta Air Lines?
Delta Air Lines cabin limit: 22 x 14 x 9 in (wheels and handles included)
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A 22 x 14 x 9 in bag just fits Delta Air Lines' carry-on, barely.
How we measured
- Your bag 22 in x 14 in x 9 in vs Delta Air Lines carry-on max 22 in x 14 in x 9 in (largest side to largest side).
- Longest side: 22 in vs 22 in allowance -> 0 in to spare.
- Middle side: 14 in vs 14 in allowance -> 0 in to spare.
- Shortest side: 9 in vs 9 in allowance -> 0 in to spare.
- Linear total: 45 in vs 45 in limit -> within limit.
- Result: within the limit, but only 0 in clearance on the tightest side. It should pass the sizer, but a full bin could get it gate-checked.
More carry-ons that fit Delta Air Lines
Sized within Delta Air Lines' 22 x 14 x 9 in carry-on limit.
Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack18 x 12 x 7.5 inAmazon 
Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L20.9 x 13 x 7 inAmazon 
Béis The Hybrid Carry-On Roller22 x 14 x 9 inAmazon 
Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22" Carry-On Expandable Spinner22 x 14 x 9 inAmazon As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Links are affiliate links; it costs you nothing extra.
Popular bags vs Delta Air Lines' carry-on limit
| Bag | Size (in) | Verdict | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack | 18 x 12 x 7.5 | Fits | Amazon |
| Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L | 20.9 x 13 x 7 | Fits | Amazon |
| Béis The Hybrid Carry-On Roller | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22" Carry-On Expandable Spinner | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Briggs & Riley ZDX Essential 22" Carry-On Expandable Spinner | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Calpak Ambeur Carry-On Luggage | 21 x 13.8 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Calpak Hue Carry-On Luggage | 21 x 13.8 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Monos Carry-On | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Monos Carry-On Pro | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Osprey Daylite Carry-On Travel Pack 44L | 21.5 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Osprey Fairview 40 Travel Pack | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Osprey Fairview 55 Travel Pack | 22 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
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Does a 22 x 14 x 9 carry-on fit on Delta Air Lines?
On paper, just. A 22 x 14 x 9 inch bag fits Delta Air Lines' 22 x 14 x 9 inch limit with 0 inches of clearance on the tightest side, so measure your actual bag including wheels and handles before you fly.
Does Delta Air Lines measure with wheels and handles?
Yes. Delta Air Lines' 22 x 14 x 9 inch limit is an external measurement that includes wheels and handles, so measure your bag at its widest points, not the manufacturer's case-only size.
Delta Air Lines carry-on size in cm
Delta Air Lines' carry-on limit is 55.88 x 35.56 x 22.86 cm (22 x 14 x 9 inches).
Delta Air Lines checked bag size and weight limit
Delta Air Lines' standard checked bag limit is 62 linear inches (length + width + height) and 50 lb. Overweight fees start at 51 lb. The absolute maximum accepted is 99 lb and 80 linear inches. See the full checked bag, or hold baggage, size comparison on the hold baggage size page.
Official wording: 'Combined length + width + height of baggage must not exceed 45 linear inches (114 cm)' with individual max dimensions '22" x 14" x 9" (56 cm x 35 cm x 23 cm)'. 'These measurements include any handles or wheels.' No published carry-on weight limit. dimCm here are the airline's own published cm equivalents (matches in*2.54 within tolerance).
Delta allows 1 personal item - 'purse, briefcase, small backpack, belt bag, fanny pack, camera bag or diaper bag' or '1 laptop bag' - that fits underneath the seat in front of you. No official dimensions are published for the personal item; do not use third-party/forum estimates.
A full carry-on is allowed on Delta Air Lines' lowest fare.
Delta's lowest fare is 'Delta Main Basic' (the airline's current name for Basic Economy, also shown as 'Basic Experience'). It includes the SAME 1 free carry-on + 1 free personal item as every other Delta fare - there is no personal-item-only restriction on Delta. Checked-bag fees ($45/$55 domestic) apply the same as other fares. Basic carries the most restrictive change/refund/seat-selection/upgrade rules, but does not restrict the cabin baggage allowance.
Delta Air Lines baggage FAQs
What is Delta Air Lines' carry-on size limit?
Delta Air Lines' carry-on allowance is 22 x 14 x 9 inches, including wheels and handles (45 linear inches). No carry-on weight limit is published.
Does Delta Air Lines charge for a carry-on bag?
No. A carry-on bag is free on Delta Air Lines (all fares including Delta Main Basic (Basic Economy)).
What is Delta Air Lines' personal item size?
Delta Air Lines allows a free personal item but publishes no official dimensions for it, only that it must fit under the seat in front of you. Specific numbers you may see elsewhere online are third-party estimates, not airline policy.
What is Delta Air Lines' checked bag size and weight limit?
Delta Air Lines' standard checked bag limit is 62 linear inches (length + width + height) and 50 lb. Above that, oversize or overweight fees apply up to an absolute maximum of 99 lb and 80 linear inches.
How much is a checked bag on Delta Air Lines?
On standard fares, Delta Air Lines' first checked bag is $45 and the second is $55 (verified 2026-07-08; exemptions and route differences apply, see the sources below).
Can I bring a carry-on on Delta Air Lines' cheapest fare?
Yes. A full carry-on is allowed on Delta Air Lines' lowest fare. Delta's lowest fare is 'Delta Main Basic' (the airline's current name for Basic Economy, also shown as 'Basic Experience'). It includes the SAME 1 free carry-on + 1 free personal item as every other Delta fare - there is no personal-item-only restriction on Delta. Checked-bag fees ($45/$55 domestic) apply the same as other fares. Basic carries the most restrictive change/refund/seat-selection/upgrade rules, but does not restrict the cabin baggage allowance.