SWA carryon question

[K9pal]

We're flying SWA for the first time in Sept. We're going to attempt to use carryon bags ONLY. I know I can carry my purse and one carryon-size bag. Can DH bring his carryon bag AND a backpack as his "personal-type item"? Just want to clarify that a backpack qualifies as a personal item.
thanks!

 

[DiznNut]

Just subscribing. We are using SWA in Sept also, and I have the same questions. We have done this on Delta and US Air in the past, but just wasn't sure about SWA's policies. Let's keep our fingers crossed.

 

[wee-haggis]

We're flying SWA for the first time in Sept. We're going to attempt to use carryon bags ONLY. I know I can carry my purse and one carryon-size bag. Can DH bring his carryon bag AND a backpack as his "personal-type item"? Just want to clarify that a backpack qualifies as a personal item.
thanks!

Quoted from SWA Website:

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.

 

[justplaingoofy]

we've done a backpack and a carry on .....

 

[AllyBri]

justplaingoffy
I get the biggest kick everytime I see your doggie in the pool.

 

[kaytieeldr]

Standard rule is, your carry on piece has to fit in the overhead compartment lengthwise - with either the wheels or the handle facing out (not sideways) and your 'personal item' has to fit completely under the seat in front of you.

 

[lost*in*cyberspace]

Yes, a backpack is considered the same as a purse or briefcase.

 

[NotUrsula]

If by backpack you mean a cloth or leather one no larger than a grade-school kid might carry to school, yes, it is OK so long as it will fit completely under the seat in front of you.

If by backpack you mean one with an internal frame such as one would use to go hiking, then no.

 

[salmoneous]

They are cracking down so be sure the backpack is small enough to fit easily under the seat ahead of him. I've seen a lot of people stopped trying to bring two items onto the plane that requires being put in the overhead bins.

 

[lost*in*cyberspace]

If by backpack you mean one with an internal frame such as one would use to go hiking, then no.

You are correct that if you have a carry on piece of baggage you should not also take a backpack suitable for a long hiking trip, however, you could take a large backpack as a carry-on instead of a suitcase.

 

[DJNOWICK]

Something else to note - you can't bring 2 tiny bags (that would both, together, fit completely under your seat if you also have a 3rd piece that is meant to go up top. You can only bring ONE to go under your seat.

If you do bring the 2 little ones (plus a 3rd to go overhead) you must, for purposes of boarding the plane, put one of the bags into the other so that you are only carrying on TWO bags (not including the disposable "bag of food" and other stuff mentioned above). Once you are in your seat, you can undo your bags and put whatever fits (completely) under your seat and the other (one) up top.

Example - I can't bring a carry-on suitcase for up top and both a purse and a laptop which would both fit under my seat. I need to combine these 3 into 2 when I board and unpack them lonce seated.

Jackie

 

[K9pal]

This is great, and thanks to everyone who answered my question. I DO mean a "school-type" cloth backpack. Just thinking that if DH could carry that as his "personal type item" that fits under the seat, we could pack a few more things.

And Justplaingoofy, I too LOVE your doggie! My 'baby' is a chocolate lab.

 

[3PRINCESSMOM]

I assume yes, but would love confirmation.

I am hoping to nab a decent Ding fare for the little prince, anyway. I inquired about infant fare and it would be more than triple what we got our tickets for. When I booked, I completely blanked on getting the baby a seat. I was so excited about the Ding, I was hyperventilating! I hope it will work out that I get him his own seat.

Anyway...info on the carry-on count would be great. Thanks!

 

[3PRINCESSMOM]

Does a diaper bag for a non-ticketed infant count as one of my 2 bags?

Anybody know the answer to this one?

 

[airline2]

i believe it does count to the limit. but not 100% sure

 

[NotUrsula]

No ticket, no baggage allowance. A diaper bag does count as part of your allowance, but unless it is huge you should be able to consider it your "personal item" that will fit under the seat. Put your purse inside it and you should be OK.

 

[cosine4]

We were able to take an extra diaper bag onto SW last year without any problems. But our other carry ons were fairly small compared to some of the suit cases that people lug on. I think it is much easier to check luggage than to drag it onto the plane with you.