WestJet carry-on (hand luggage) size and weight limit
WestJet allows one carry-on bag of 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 inches) plus one personal item of 41 x 33 x 15 cm (16 x 13 x 6 inches) that fits under the seat in front of you. In Canada and the US this is called a carry-on; in the UK and Europe, hand luggage or a cabin bag. Check your own bag against the limits below.
Personal item
Carry-on bag
WestJet carry-on and hand luggage rules
- Carry-on bag: 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 inches). Personal item: 41 x 33 x 15 cm (16 x 13 x 6 inches). WestJet publishes in centimetres with inch equivalents.
- The carry-on bag must be able to be placed in the overhead bin without assistance. WestJet states no numeric weight limit.
- The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.
- Carry-on allowances can depend on your fare. Check your fare conditions on WestJet before you fly.
Liquids
WestJet says liquids, gels and aerosols in carry-on are regulated by CATSA (the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority) and are only permitted in limited amounts. See Toronto Pearson and Vancouver for airport rules.
Source: Carry-on baggage | WestJet. Checked 10 October 2026.
Remember that the liquids rule that applies to you is set by the airport you fly from, not the airline. Check your departure airport before you pack.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a WestJet carry-on?
WestJet's carry-on bag limit is 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22 x 14 x 9 inches). It must be able to be placed in the overhead bin without assistance.
What is the WestJet personal item size?
WestJet's personal item limit is 41 x 33 x 15 cm (16 x 13 x 6 inches). It must fit under the seat in front of you.
Is there a WestJet carry-on weight limit?
WestJet's carry-on page gives no numeric weight limit. The bag must be light enough for you to place in the overhead bin without assistance (checked 10 October 2026).
Does my fare include a carry-on on WestJet?
It can depend on the fare. Check your fare conditions on WestJet before you fly, as the carry-on allowance can differ between fare types.
Is hand luggage the same as carry-on on WestJet?
Yes. Hand luggage, cabin baggage and carry-on all mean the bag you take into the cabin. See the size and weight limits above for WestJet.