How to Measure Luggage: 10 Steps

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Measuring A Carry-on Suitcase

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Carry-ons are usually monitored by the airline using a metal frame or carry-on sizer.

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Linear inches are all of the bag’s measurements added together, giving you one number. This allows you to take suitcases of all shapes and sizes as long as their collective measurements don’t surpass a certain number.

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How To Measure A Suitcase

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Every airline has its requirements, most of which lie somewhere around 6 inches x 12 inches x 17 inches.

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