- Almost all airlines charge for any check-in baggageluggages image by MLProject from Fotolia.com
Most airlines allow two carry-on items for no extra charge. Baggage charges, which can vary significantly between airlines, can apply to any checked baggage (except at Southwest Airlines, which, as of 2010, allows two checked bags for no charge). - On crowded flights, passengers may be required to check carry-on bags due to crowded conditionsairplane interior image by Inhumane Productions from Fotolia.com
Every airline sets its own restrictions for baggage. Most airlines allow a maximum linear measurement (length + width + height) of 62 inches, or an extra fee will be charged. Excess weight fees apply for bags greater than 50, or sometimes 70, pounds. Carry-ons must be able to fit under the seat or in the overhead compartment and some airlines limit carry-on bags to 40 pounds. - Scissors under 4 inches are allowed in a carry-on bagscissors image by Nedda from Fotolia.com
Sharp instruments, such as scissors over four inches, and sports equipment, such as baseball bats and lacrosse sticks, are permitted in checked luggage, but prohibited in carry-on baggage. - Lighters, unless specifically DOT compliant, are not allowed anywhere on the planelighter plastic image by Warren Millar from Fotolia.com
Prohibited for both checked and carry-on baggage are: flares, gunpowder, explosives and flammable materials. Only limited quantities of aerosol personal care items are allowed. Common lighters, unless Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant, are also not allowed.
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