The terms “check-in luggage,” “cabin bag,” and “carry-on trolley bag” are always mentioned when we buy luggage in-store or online, and we often need clarification on these terms. What is a carry-on bag, and when should we consider cabin luggage? Baggage is defined as checked luggage, hand luggage, and luggage to be delivered to the airline.
When we purchase the tickets, the airline departments send you the tickets and details regarding baggage allowance. We’ll talk about these terms and the various types of luggage to clear up any confusion and provide you with information.
As you know, there are two main types of baggage: carry-on (cabin) luggage and checked luggage. Let’s read about them:
| Luggage | Standard Size with Bag Weight |
|---|---|
| Cabin and Carry-on luggage | 20-inch (50.8cm), 22-inch (55.88cm) – 2kg |
| Check-in luggage | 24-inch (60.96cm) – 3kg |
| Check-in luggage | 28-inch (71.12cm) – 3.5kg |
Check-in luggage
The term “checked baggage” refers to luggage that a passenger gives to an airline to be kept in a location that they cannot access while flying, and that particular luggage that the airline staff keeps in a luggage room that is open for you to pick up at the airport when you arrive at your destination.
The luggage has been thoroughly inspected and scanned, and if the airline staff decides to open it and check your belongings, they are free to do so.
Cabin and carry-on luggage
The cabin bag or carry-on luggage we keep is small in size and light in weight.
In most cases, the suitcase, bag, or backpack we carry with us and keep above our seats is considered our cabin bag, carry-on, or hand luggage. A passenger’s belongings must fit in hand luggage, also known as cabin baggage. You can keep a backpack, laptop bag, etc., in the cabin, and they are placed and kept in the overhead lockers.
How much weight is allowed in the luggage?
It varies for each flight and each airline. Additionally, it varies depending on the class of travel. In the same way, you can carry more weight if you fly first class, and you can carry less if you fly business class. However, you can travel with less luggage in economy class compared to the other two classes. Additionally, there are variations in the weight of each type of luggage. Due to size restrictions, carry-ons are typically lighter than checked bags.
The airline determines the weight restriction, as we previously discussed. The maximum weight and size allowed by each airline for carry-on luggage are 22 pounds or about 10 kilograms. However, a checked bag offers more flexibility and has a weight limit of around 50 pounds (22 kilograms).
