Know your Baggage & Security Rules

The U.S. Tour Operators Association(USTOA) issued a press release advising vacationers to know airline baggage and security regulations before they travel.

They remind us of a few useful facts that we’ve compiled into our baggage section.

  • Most checked luggage is allowed a maximum linear dimension(length + width + height) of 62 inches.
  • The average luggage allotment for most carriers in the United States is two bags, 50lbs each.
  • Carry-on allowances are usually 45 linear inches, not to exceed 40-50lbs.
  • The US and many other parts of the world allow a personal item to be carried in addition to the carry-on bag, flights departing the UK do not.

As for security rules, here is our summary of carry-on security restrictions