• Understanding Luggage Size Requirements

• Airlines have specific size and weight limits for checked luggage.

  • Most airlines: Maximum 62 linear inches (length + width + height) and 50 pounds.
  • Exceptions:
  • Allegiant Airlines: 80 inches max.
  • Frontier Airlines: Weight limit is 40 pounds.
  • Travel to certain destinations (e.g., Australia or New Zealand) may allow up to 70 pounds.

• Measuring Your Luggage

• Use a tape measure to calculate total linear dimensions (including wheels and handles).
• Example: A bag 24” tall, 20” long, and 18” wide = 62 inches.

• Weigh your luggage with a scale to ensure compliance with airline weight limits.

• Ways to Avoid Checked Luggage Fees

• Elite Status: Many airlines offer free checked bags for elite-tier passengers.
  • Example: United Airlines Silver Elite members get a free checked bag (up to 70 pounds).
• Co-Branded Credit Cards: Airline-specific credit cards often include free checked luggage as a perk (e.g., Delta, American, Alaska Airlines).

• General Travel Credit Cards: Cards like the American Express Platinum offer annual travel credits that can cover baggage fees.

• Luggage Tips and Recommendations

• Most luggage is designed to fit standard airline size restrictions.
• Spinner bags (with 4 wheels) may reduce internal space due to size measurements including wheels.

• Choose travel cards based on your travel habits for added perks, such as free baggage and rewards.

• Top Travel Credit Card Picks for 2024

• Best Flexibility: Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card.
• No Annual Fee: Bank of America® Travel Rewards Card.
• Luxury Perks: American Express Platinum Card.

Key Points:

• Check dimensions and weights before traveling to avoid oversized luggage fees.
• Use airline-specific or general travel credit cards to offset baggage fees.
• Plan strategically to maximize space for essentials and souvenirs.

Happy travels!

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