Personal item
16.9 x 9.8 x 8.7 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: Standard fares
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-06-15
Personal item goes under the front seat.
Reviewed baggage rules
Copa Airlines personal item and carry-on size rules
Start with the reviewed outside limit, then keep fare, route, aircraft, and enforcement caveats beside the rule they qualify.
Carry-on
22 x 14.2 x 10.2 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: Standard fares
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-06-15
Dimensions include wheels and handles; One personal item also allowed.
Oversize carry-on at the gate may be checked and charged.
Bags ranked for Copa Airlines's personal item rule
Each card shows the calculated fit, tightest margin, and useful product facts.
1
Photo pending
Fits
0 in spare against this rule. Ranked first for this rule on fit margin, category, and source confidence.
- Capacity
- 12 L
- Weight
- 1.76 lb
- Laptop
- up to 14"
2
Matador ReFraction Packable Backpack
17 x 10 x 7.5 in
0.2 in over against this rule. Borderline option; its tightest positive margin is 1.2 inches, but at least one axis is over.
- Capacity
- 16 L
- Weight
- 0.49 lb
3
Tumi Voyageur Celina Backpack
15.9 x 10.6 x 6.5 in
0.8 in over against this rule. Borderline option; its tightest positive margin is 1 inches, but at least one axis is over.
- Weight
- 2.03 lb
- Laptop
- up to 16"
4
Photo pending
Away Everywhere Bag
16.3 x 10.2 x 7.3 in
0.4 in over against this rule. Borderline option; its tightest positive margin is 0.6 inches, but at least one axis is over.
- Capacity
- 20 L
- Weight
- 2 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
5
Photo pending
Dagne Dover Landon Carryall Medium
14.5 x 7.5 x 9 in
0.3 in over against this rule. Borderline option; its tightest positive margin is 2.3 inches, but at least one axis is over.
- Capacity
- 18 L
- Weight
- 2.5 lb
6
CabinZero Classic Cabin Backpack 28L
15.4 x 11.6 x 7.9 in
1.8 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: width by 1.8 in.
- Capacity
- 28 L
- Weight
- 1.3 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15.6"
Dimensions summary
- Personal item
- Personal item: 16.9 x 9.8 x 8.7 in (published; high confidence).
- Carry-on
- Carry-on: 22 x 14.2 x 10.2 in (published; high confidence).
Useful next checks
FAQ
What size personal item does Copa Airlines allow?
Copa Airlines's reviewed published personal-item rule lists 16.9 x 9.8 x 8.7 in. Personal item goes under the front seat. Source last checked 2026-06-15.
What carry-on size is listed for Copa Airlines?
Copa Airlines's reviewed published carry-on rule lists 22 x 14.2 x 10.2 in. dimensions include wheels and handles; One personal item also allowed. Source last checked 2026-06-15.
Are Copa Airlines fit results guaranteed at the gate?
No. This page compares reviewed bag dimensions against reviewed airline rules and does not guarantee gate acceptance. Bulk-reviewed official airline policy snapshot; verify edge cases before adding fare-specific UI copy.