Personal-item bag · 15.4 × 12.6 × 5.9 in (39.1 × 32 × 15 cm)
Tight 0.3 cm (0.1 in) to spare on the depth
WestJet carry-on and personal item size
Checked against WestJet's baggage page on 20 October 2026
Personal item (under the seat)
16 × 13 × 6 in41 × 33 × 15 cm
Carry-on (overhead bin)
22 × 14 × 9 in56 × 36 × 23 cm
Will your bag fit WestJet?
Personal item. Free on every fare. Must fit under the seat in front of you.
Carry-on. Not included on UltraBasic. No numeric weight; must be light enough to lift into the overhead bin unaided and fit the sizer.
What each WestJet fare includes
| Fare | Personal item | Carry-on | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| UltraBasic | Included | Not allowed | Personal item only, except flights to/from Europe and Asia, or when Extended Comfort is bought for all flights in one direction. |
| Econo / Member Exclusive / EconoFlex / Premium / PremiumFlex / Business / BusinessFlex | Included | Included | One carry-on plus one personal item. |
Will a standard carry-on fit WestJet?
The most common US carry-on size is 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm, wheels included). On WestJet it just fits, with under 1 cm to spare. The common European cabin size, 55 × 40 × 20 cm, doesn't fit (4.4 cm (1.7 in) too wide).
WestJet's carry-on allowance holds about 45 litres. Only 26 of the 151 airlines we track have a smaller one.
Bags that fit WestJet
We checked 1,046 bags with published sizes. 26 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare on every side, and another 61 are within a centimeter. 544 fit the carry-on size comfortably.
Personal item
Personal-item bag · 13.4 × 7.5 × 5.9 in (34 × 19 × 15 cm)
Tight 0.2 cm (0.1 in) to spare on the depth
Personal-item bag · 15 × 12 × 5.5 in (38.1 × 30.5 × 14 cm)
Fits 1.3 cm (0.5 in) to spare on the depth
Personal-item bag · 15.4 × 10.8 × 5.7 in (39.1 × 27.4 × 14.5 cm)
Tight 0.8 cm (0.3 in) to spare on the depth
Carry-on
Carry-on suitcase · 19.1 × 12.8 × 8.9 in (48.5 × 32.5 × 22.6 cm)
Tight 0.3 cm (0.1 in) to spare on the depth
Carry-on suitcase · 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
Carry-on suitcase · 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
Carry-on suitcase · 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
If your bag is too big at the gate
UltraBasic guests arriving at the gate with a non-exempt carry-on must check it and pay a checked baggage fee plus a service fee (amounts not stated on the page). Bags not fitting the sizer are treated as checked baggage. Source
Power banks on WestJet
Use on board is restricted. Limit: 1 per passenger. Never in checked bags. Maximum one power bank per guest, carried on your person and kept accessible (not in overhead bins). Charging a power bank on board is not permitted; using one to charge another device is not permitted when onboard power is available.
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Worth knowing
- UltraBasic includes only a personal item, except to/from Europe and Asia.
- On WestJet Encore turboprops you may be asked to check carry-ons even if they fit the sizer.
Airlines with similar limits
- American Airlines: 22 × 14 × 9 in
- Delta Air Lines: 22 × 14 × 9 in
- United Airlines: 22 × 14 × 9 in
- JetBlue: 22 × 14 × 9 in
WestJet bag questions
What size is the WestJet personal item?
WestJet's free personal item can be up to 16 × 13 × 6 in (41 × 33 × 15 cm). Must fit under the seat in front of you.
How big can a WestJet carry-on be?
Up to 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm). The airline doesn’t say whether wheels and handles count, so measure them in.
Does every WestJet fare include a carry-on?
No. UltraBasic: this fare includes only the personal item; the bigger bag costs extra or isn't allowed.
Which bags fit WestJet's limits?
Of the 1,046 bags we track, 26 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare and 544 fit the carry-on size. See the list.
Can I take a power bank on WestJet?
Yes, in your cabin bag only. Use on board is restricted. Limit: 1 per passenger. Never in checked bags.
Sources. carry-on page. Rules checked 20 October 2026. Some details the airline doesn’t publish are marked as such above. Airline staff have the final say at the gate. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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