Latest News About Air Canada Personal Item Size

Air Canada’s personal item size limit remains 13 x 17 x 6 inches (33 x 43 x 16 cm), and it must fit under the seat in front of you on most flights. This size guidance has been widely echoed in airline policy summaries and travel resources through 2025 and into 2026, including updates that clarified how it applies alongside a second carry-on bag in many fare classes.

Key points to know

• Personal item: 13 in (33 cm) tall × 6 in (16 cm) wide × 17 in (43 cm) long; must fit under the seat in front.
• Carry-on vs personal item: Most passengers are allowed 1 carry-on bag plus 1 personal item; some Basic fares may differ domestically or on certain routes, so check your specific itinerary.
• Practical tips: Use a slim laptop bag, compact backpack, or a purse that remains under the seat; bulkier items or bags that don’t fit under the seat may be asked to be placed in overhead bins.

What to do next

• If you’re flying on a Basic fare or on a specific route, verify whether the fare type affects the number of free items or any route-specific restrictions. Air Canada’s official carry-on page and fare-type notes for your itinerary will have the most precise rules.
• To avoid size issues at the airport, measure your personal item with packed contents and ensure it can slide under the seat and be stored with minimal lifting required.

If you’d like, tell me your exact flight route (origin/destination) and fare type, and I can summarize the most relevant current rules for that itinerary and suggest bags that fit within the personal item dimensions.