Canadian airline luggage rules are similar to United States luggage rules.
Canadian Airlines merged with Air Canada in 1999, and the combined airline took the name Air Canada. Once the merger was complete, Canada was left with only one major airline of its own. Air Canada flies to and from hundreds of destinations throughout Canada and the United States. Baggage policies on Air Canada are not dissimilar to those of United States carriers.
Personal Items
Air Canada passengers are permitted one personal item in addition to their carry-on luggage. Air Canada considers purses, diaper bags, laptops and briefcases to be personal items. Shopping bags and other airport purchases also fall into the personal item category. Any purchases you make inside the airport must fit into your carry-on luggage or your personal item, if a bag is not already your personal item. Size restrictions apply to personal items. All personal articles must not exceed 6 inches by 13 inches by 17 inches in diameter and may not weigh more than 22 lbs.
Carry-On Items
In addition to one personal item, Air Canada passengers may bring on board one carry-on item. Carry-on luggage must not exceed 9 inches by 16 inches by 22 inches in diameter or more than 22 lbs. All items in your carry-on luggage must meet guidelines set by the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority. The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) provides a list of acceptable and unacceptable items permitted in carry-on luggage on Canadian flights.
Specialty Items
Air Canada allows special items to be carried on board any flight, as long as you need them for medical or parental reasons. Wheelchairs, canes, crutches and other medical equipment do not count toward the carry-on luggage allowance and may be brought on board in addition to your regular carry-on allowance. Baby items, such as strollers, car seats and formula, may be carried on board if you are traveling with an infant or small child. Air Canada asks that strollers be checked at the gate as you board. If your baby will be sitting on your lap, you also must check your car seat at the gate.
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