American Airlines

Carry-On Allowance: 1 Bag + 1 Personal Item

• Maximum Dimensions of Carry-on Luggage: 45 linear in/114 cm (length + width + height)
• Maximum Weight of Carry-on Luggage: 40 lb/18 kg

Checked Baggage Allowance: 1 Piece

• 1st Piece: $15 each way
• 2nd Piece: $25 each way

Each bag must adhere to the below requirements:

• Maximum Dimensions: 62 linear inches/157 cm (length + width + height)
• Maximum Weight: 50 lb/23 kg

*Passengers on international flights, passengers who purchased full-fare economy class, business class, or first class tickets may check two bags free of charge. See aa.com for full list of exceptions to the second bag fee.

Excess, Overweight, Oversize Baggage Fees

• $100 per piece each way for the 3rd, 4th, and 5th checked bags
• $200 per piece each way for the 6th checked bag and any additional pieces
• Fee for any bag weighing 51-70 lb: $25
• Fee for any bag weighing 70-100 lb: $50
• Fee for any bag between 63-115 in: $80

Bags with overall dimensions that exceed 115 inches will not be accepted. Bags weighing more than 100 lb will not be accepted.

Sports Equipment

Some checked items, such as surfboards and bicycles will be charged a fixed handling fee because of size, fragility, or other handling requirements while others may be checked in lieu of one of your checked bags. If you plan to travel with sporting equipment, contact American Airlines directly to confirm packing regulations and fees or visit their Special Baggage Information Page.

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