Luggage limit question

[momto2]

Does any one know if the standard limit for most airlines is one check in item and one carry on item (non purse, etc.)? Or are one or two members in our group able to check in two items?
Thanks for any help. We are flying Southwest Airlines

 

[goldenears]

Everytime we have flown Southwest (last time was in Sept.) we have been allowed to check in 2 bags (limit 50 lbs each). In addition, I believe you can bring one carry on bag and one personal item (i.e., purse).

 

[momto2]

Thanks Golden, that's what I was hoping to hear

 

[all4fun]

I think it's pretty standard. We don't fly SW typically and that is what other airlines have allowed, in addition to the two 50lb bags per passenger (although we try to keep it as far under the limit as much as possible).

http://www.southwest.com/travel_center/baggage.html

Carryon Baggage

In keeping with new security directives from the TSA, strict limitations are being imposed on carryon items.

Airline passengers may now carry only one bag plus one smaller, personal-type item onboard the airplane.

Personal-type items include purses, briefcases, cameras, food containers, or laptops (case included).

Southwest Airlines limits carryon bag dimensions to 10x16x24 inches.

All Customers and Employees and their items are subject to a thorough, physical search.

The following items are not considered carryon bags or personal-type items and are not counted against the “one-bag plus one personal-type item” limit:

A child restraint device for a child who has been ticketed, who has a seat reserved, or for which complimentary, available space exists.

Assistive/mobility devices for individuals with a disability. There is no limit to the number of assistive/mobility devices a Customer can bring onboard the aircraft.

Outer garments or other wearable articles of clothing.

Food for consumption during flight contained in disposable packaging.

Walking canes or umbrellas.

Please see the TSA's web site for a list of allowable carryon items.

 

[momto2]

Thanks so much. Where did you find this? I was all over the Southwest web site and couldn't find this. I knew it had to be there. I was about to call SW then I thought to post because disboard members know all!!!

 

[all4fun]

Thanks so much. Where did you find this? I was all over the Southwest web site and couldn't find this. I knew it had to be there. I was about to call SW then I thought to post because disboard members know all!!!

Went to Southwest.com and clicked on "Southwest Policies", it was there under "baggage"

Glad I could help