Official airline data, verified 2026-07-08
Turkish Airlines carry-on size
Turkish Airlines' carry-on limit is 21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 in (wheels and handles included). Check your own bag against it below.
Carry-on max
21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 in
17.6 lb limit
Personal item
15.75 x 11.81 x 5.91 in
under the seat
Carry-on fee
Free
on standard fares
1st checked bag
$100
2nd: $120
Will your bag fit Turkish Airlines?
Turkish Airlines cabin limit: 21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 in (wheels and handles included)
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A 22 x 14 x 9 in bag is over Turkish Airlines' carry-on limit by 0.4 in.
How we measured
- Your bag 22 in x 14 in x 9 in vs Turkish Airlines carry-on max 21.7 in x 15.8 in x 9.1 in (largest side to largest side).
- Longest side: 22 in vs 21.7 in allowance -> over by 0.4 in.
- Middle side: 14 in vs 15.8 in allowance -> 1.8 in to spare.
- Shortest side: 9 in vs 9.1 in allowance -> 0.1 in to spare.
- Linear total: 45 in vs 46.5 in limit -> within limit.
- Result: over Turkish Airlines' carry-on limit; it has to be checked.
- It is over the personal-item max 15.8 in x 11.8 in x 5.9 in, so it does not count as an under-seat item.
Carry-ons that do fit Turkish Airlines
Sized within Turkish Airlines' 21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 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 
Coolife Hardside Spinner Luggage, 20" Carry-On21 x 15 x 8.5 inAmazon 
Briggs & Riley Baseline Global 21" Carry-On Expandable Spinner21 x 15 x 9 inAmazon As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Links are affiliate links; it costs you nothing extra.
Popular bags vs Turkish Airlines' 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 |
| Coolife Hardside Spinner Luggage, 20" Carry-On | 21 x 15 x 8.5 | Tight | Amazon |
| Briggs & Riley Baseline Global 21" Carry-On Expandable Spinner | 21 x 15 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Briggs & Riley ZDX Global 21" Carry-On Expandable Spinner | 21 x 15 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Briggs & Riley ZDX Global 21" Hardside Carry-On Expandable Spinner | 21 x 15 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 |
| Osprey Daylite Carry-On Travel Pack 44L | 21.5 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| Osprey Sojourn Porter 46 Travel Pack | 21.5 x 14 x 9 | Tight | Amazon |
| American Tourister Air Move Carry-On Spinner | 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.9 | Tight | Amazon |
| American Tourister Rejoy Carry-On | 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.9 | Tight | Amazon |
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Bag dimensions are manufacturer-stated exterior sizes; verify a borderline case before you fly.
Does a 22 x 14 x 9 carry-on fit on Turkish Airlines?
No. Turkish Airlines' published limit is 21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 inches, smaller than the US-standard 22 x 14 x 9 carry-on, so a bag that size risks a gate check. Run your exact bag through the fit tool above.
Does Turkish Airlines measure with wheels and handles?
Yes. Turkish Airlines' 21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 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.
Turkish Airlines carry-on size in cm
Turkish Airlines' carry-on limit is 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 inches), with a 17.6 lb weight limit.
Turkish Airlines checked bag size and weight limit
Turkish Airlines' 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 70 lb and 115 linear inches. See the full checked bag, or hold baggage, size comparison on the hold baggage size page.
Native published unit is cm (55 x 40 x 23cm, 8kg); dimIn/weightLb here are DERIVED (cm/2.54, kg*2.20462). Confirmed 'including wheels, handles, and any external pockets.' Business Class: 2 pieces, each 55x40x23cm/8kg, not exceeding 16kg combined (2x8kg). Suit covers up to 114x60x11cm also accepted as cabin baggage. Untagged noncompliant cabin bags caught at the gate are charged and moved to the hold (per official page).
Free on all fares alongside the carry-on, per official wording ('you may also take one piece of personal item measuring 40x30x15 cm and weighing a maximum of 4 kg'). dimIn/weightLb DERIVED from the native cm/kg figures.
A full carry-on is allowed on Turkish Airlines' lowest fare.
Turkish Airlines' official carry-on baggage page states carry-on is free for ALL fares with no fare-tier exclusion found: 'Carry-on is free for all fares. Both the cabin baggage and personal item are complimentary for all passengers.' No official evidence this session of a lowest-fare cabin-bag-only restriction akin to US Basic Economy. Domestic-Turkey promo tiers (EcoFly/ExtraFly/PrimeFly) affect CHECKED baggage weight (15/20/25 kg respectively) and extra-seat baggage bonuses, not cabin baggage.
Turkish Airlines baggage FAQs
What is Turkish Airlines' carry-on size limit?
Turkish Airlines' carry-on allowance is 21.65 x 15.75 x 9.06 inches, including wheels and handles (46.46 linear inches), with a 17.6 lb weight limit.
Does Turkish Airlines charge for a carry-on bag?
No. A carry-on bag is free on Turkish Airlines (Economy Class, all fares - official carry-on baggage page states 'Carry-on is free for all fares. Both the cabin baggage and personal item are complimentary for all passengers.').
What is Turkish Airlines' personal item size?
Turkish Airlines' personal item limit is 15.75 x 11.81 x 5.91 inches with a 8.8 lb weight limit. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
What is Turkish Airlines' checked bag size and weight limit?
Turkish Airlines' 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 70 lb and 115 linear inches.
Can I bring a carry-on on Turkish Airlines' cheapest fare?
Yes. A full carry-on is allowed on Turkish Airlines' lowest fare. Turkish Airlines' official carry-on baggage page states carry-on is free for ALL fares with no fare-tier exclusion found: 'Carry-on is free for all fares. Both the cabin baggage and personal item are complimentary for all passengers.' No official evidence this session of a lowest-fare cabin-bag-only restriction akin to US Basic Economy. Domestic-Turkey promo tiers (EcoFly/ExtraFly/PrimeFly) affect CHECKED baggage weight (15/20/25 kg respectively) and extra-seat baggage bonuses, not cabin baggage.