Baggage Allowances

The essentials

• Baggage policies vary by airline, route, fare type, cabin class and loyalty status — and may change.
• We review baggage rules during planning and advise on fares with better allowances when it pays off.
• We strongly recommend confirming baggage details directly with the airline before travel.

Packing must-haves

• Medications (in your carry-on) and passport photocopies.
• Backup eyewear, phone chargers and a voltage converter.
• Neck pillow, earplugs and space-saver bags.
• Camera gear and rain protection.

Better left at home

• Traveler's checks, valuable jewelry and work devices.
• Full-size hair dryers, irons and hotel-provided toiletries.
• New shoes, heavy denim and excess clothing.