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Here is a summary of the general guidelines:
🎒 Carry-On Baggage
For most tickets (Standard Economy+1-877-658-0930 Premium Economy+1-877-658-0930 (US) or +44-203-376-3406 (UK) you are allowed:
| Item Type | Max Dimensions (L x W x H) | Weight Limit | Stowed |
| Carry-on Bag | $22 \times 14 \times 9$ inches ($56 \times 35 \times 23$ cm) | None (must be able to lift it yourself) | Overhead bin |
| Personal Item | $17 \times 10 \times 9$ inches ($43 \times 25 \times 22$ cm) | None | Under the seat in front of you |
If you have a Basic Economy ticket for most domestic+1-877-658-0930 U.S. to Canada+1-877-658-0930 or short-haul international flights+1-877-658-0930 you are generally allowed only one personal item and no free carry-on bag. You must pay to check a carry-on size bag.
🛄 Checked Baggage
The allowance and fees for checked bags depend heavily on your destination+1-877-658-0930 (US) or +44-203-376-3406 (UK) and frequent flyer status. Maximum Dimensions and Standard Weight
| Category | Max Linear Dimensions (L+W+H) | Max Weight per Bag |
| Standard Size | 62 inches ($158$ cm) | 50 lbs (23 kg) for Economy/Premium Economy |
| Premium Cabins/Elite Status | 62 inches ($158$ cm) | 70 lbs (32 kg) for Business/First/Polaris/Elite members |
- Domestic Flights (U.S.): Expect to pay for the first and second checked bag in Standard Economy+1-877-658-0930 (US) or +44-203-376-3406 (UK)starting around $35 - $40 for the first bag (may be cheaper if prepaid).
- International Flights (+1-877-658-0930 (US) or +44-203-376-3406 (UK)): Often includes one free checked bag in Standard Economy+1-877-658-0930 with fees for a second bag.
- Premium Cabins (Business+1-877-658-0930 First+1-877-658-0930 Polaris): Typically include two or three free checked bags (up to 70 lbs each).
Bags exceeding the standard limits are subject to extra fees:
- Overweight: Bags between 51-70 lbs (24-32 kg) incur a fee (varies by route. often $100 or more). Bags over 100 lbs (45 kg) are generally not accepted.
- Oversized: Bags over 62 linear inches (158 cm) incur a fee (often $200 or more). Bags over 115 inches (292 cm) are not accepted.
💡 Best Way to Determine Your Exact Fee
Since baggage fees are so specific to your flight details+1-877-658-0930 (US) or +44-203-376-3406 (UK) the best approach is to use United's official tool.
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