Hawaiian Airlines carry-on size, weight & fees
🇺🇸 United States
Hawaiian merged into Alaska Air Group: single operating certificate (Oct 29, 2025) and all flights now use the Alaska "AS" code (since Apr 22, 2026); Hawaiian branding remains on Hawaii-touching routes. Baggage policy is being harmonized with Alaska — the legacy 25 lb cabin weight limit may change; verify at alaskaair.com before flying.
- Carry-on size
- 22 × 14 × 9 in56 × 36 × 23 cm
- Wheels and handles included
- Weight limit
- 25 lb (11 kg) legacy limit — confirming post-merger harmonization
- Personal item
- Free, must fit under the seat in front
- Carry-on fee
- Free on all fares
⚠️ What security allows ≠ what your fare allows
TSA and CATSA do not care how big or heavy your bag is — that is Hawaiian Airlines’s call. Measure your bag before you leave: gate-check fees are always more expensive than prepaying. Not sure an item can fly at all? Check the item rules.
Hawaiian Airlines baggage FAQs
What is the Hawaiian Airlines carry-on size limit?
Hawaiian Airlines allows a cabin bag up to 22 × 14 × 9 inches (56 × 36 × 23 cm), including wheels and handles.
How many bags can I bring on Hawaiian Airlines?
Two: a full carry-on plus one personal item, both included in your fare.
Does Hawaiian Airlines charge for a carry-on bag?
No — a full carry-on plus a personal item is included on Hawaiian Airlines fares.
Does Hawaiian Airlines have a carry-on weight limit?
25 lb (11 kg) legacy limit — confirming post-merger harmonization
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What to double-check on Hawaiian Airlines
Security rules are identical on every US flight — but these items behave differently depending on Hawaiian Airlines's bag size, weight, or item-count policy: