Personal Item
Delta Air LinesCheck fare conditions
American Airlines45 x 35 x 20 cm
Airline baggage comparison · United States
Delta Air Lines vs American Airlines baggage rules
A source-backed comparison of Delta Air Lines and American Airlines personal item and carry-on limits, fare conditions and weight rules.
Quick verdict
Neither airline is universally more generous; the answer changes by item or by edge.
Personal item and carry-on side by side
| Bag type | Delta Air Lines | American Airlines | Dimensional result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item | Check fare conditions Varies by fare Check fare conditions · All cabins | 45 x 35 x 20 cm Weight not listed Included · All cabins | The available published dimensions are not complete enough for a reliable dimensional winner. |
| Carry-on | 55 x 35 x 22 cm Weight not listed Included · Standard carry-on allowance | 55 x 35 x 22 cm Weight not listed Included · All cabins | Delta Air Lines and American Airlines publish the same dimensional limit for the compared item. |
Source match date
Recently source-checkedPublished dimensions were matched to the official source within 45 days; fare and weight coverage may be separate.
Source match date Aug 7, 2026
Relative published size frames
Carry-on
Delta Air Lines55 x 35 x 22 cm
American Airlines55 x 35 x 22 cm
Bar area is a simple volume comparison for orientation only. Airline sizers enforce each edge separately; volume alone cannot prove that a bag fits.
Official policy sources
Explore the published size limits
Common questions before you pack
Neither airline is universally more generous; the answer changes by item or by edge. Compare both rows because personal-item and overhead-bag results can differ. Fare and weight rules remain separate from dimensions.
Possibly, but only if every packed edge fits both airlines' current limit and your fares include that item. Use the prefilled comparison, then verify both official sources.
Not necessarily. Inclusion can depend on the fare, route, cabin or add-on even when the dimensions fit. The table shows the published inclusion status; your ticket controls the final allowance.