Personal item
21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: Standard fares
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-05-29
Handbag/laptop, dimensions same as carry-on.
Reviewed baggage rules
Ethiopian 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
21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: Business business
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-05-29
Other published variants
- 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in · Fare: Economy economy (reviewed 2026-05-29)
2 items in this context.
Bags ranked for Ethiopian Airlines's personal item rule
Each card shows the calculated fit, tightest margin, and useful product facts.
1
Fits
2.7 in spare against this rule. Ranked first for this rule on fit margin, category, and source confidence.
- Capacity
- 26 L
- Weight
- 1.85 lb
- Laptop
- up to 16"
2
Fits
1.2 in spare against this rule. Lightest listed weight in this ranking at 1.3 lb.
- Capacity
- 28 L
- Weight
- 1.3 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15.6"
3
CALPAK Luka 15 inch Laptop Backpack
16 x 12 x 7 in
2.1 in spare against this rule.
- Capacity
- 22 L
- Weight
- 1.8 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
4
Fits
1.6 in spare against this rule. Largest listed capacity in this ranking at 32 L.
- Capacity
- 32 L
- Weight
- 3.2 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
5
Baggallini Soho Backpack
15.8 x 11.5 x 5.5 in
3.6 in spare against this rule.
- Weight
- 1.3 lb
- Laptop
- up to 13"
6
GoRuck GR1 21L
18 x 11.5 x 5.5 in
3.6 in spare against this rule.
- Capacity
- 21 L
- Weight
- 2.8 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
Dimensions summary
- Personal item
- Personal item: 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in (published; medium confidence).
- Carry-on
- Carry-on: 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in (published; high confidence).
Useful next checks
FAQ
What size personal item does Ethiopian Airlines allow?
Ethiopian Airlines's reviewed published personal-item rule lists 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in. Handbag/laptop, dimensions same as carry-on. Source last checked 2026-05-29.
What carry-on size is listed for Ethiopian Airlines?
Ethiopian Airlines's reviewed published carry-on rule lists 21.7 x 15.7 x 9.1 in. 2 items in this context. Source last checked 2026-05-29.
Are Ethiopian 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.