WestJet adjusts carry-on baggage size to align with industry standards

WestJet is updating its carry-on baggage size limits starting this spring to align with international standards used by other North American airlines. The Calgary-based airline announced on Monday that beginning May 6, 2025, the new carry-on bag limit will be 22” x 14” x 9” (including wheels and handles). This replaces the current 21” x 15” x 9” limit, which was unique to WestJet. “We expect this change will help streamline check-in and boarding times by eliminating the inconsistency between WestJet and several other carriers,” said Colleen Tynan, WestJet’s vice-president of experience management, in a statement. “Introducing a new standard size ensures more bags fit on more flights, so we expect this to have a big impact on the overall experience on board.” The change also applies to Sunwing flights and WestJet partner Delta Air Lines. New baggage sizing devices will be available at airports by March 13, and both the old and new sizes will be accepted until the official transition on May 6.<br/>