Personal item
15.7 x 5.9 x 11.8 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: All classes
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-05-29
Handbag, backpack, briefcase, camera, laptop; max 40x15x30cm.
Reviewed baggage rules
Kenya Airways 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 9.8 x 13.8 in
- Applies to:
- Fare: Business class all routes
- Last reviewed:
- 2026-05-29
Other published variants
- 21.7 x 9.8 x 13.8 in · Fare: Economy class all other routes all other routes non eu us uk (reviewed 2026-05-29)
- 21.7 x 9.8 x 13.8 in · Fare: Economy class flights to from eu us uk flights to from eu us uk (reviewed 2026-05-29)
2 items in this context; combined cabin weight 18 kg.
Bags ranked for Kenya Airways's personal item rule
Each card shows the calculated fit, tightest margin, and useful product facts.
1
Osprey Daylite Expandable Travel Pack 26+6
17 x 13 x 6 in
7.1 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: length by 1.3 in, width by 7.1 in.
- Capacity
- 26 L
- Weight
- 1.85 lb
- Laptop
- up to 16"
2
CabinZero Classic Cabin Backpack 28L
15.4 x 11.6 x 7.9 in
5.7 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: width by 5.7 in.
- 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
6.1 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: length by 0.3 in, width by 6.1 in.
- Capacity
- 22 L
- Weight
- 1.8 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
4
Samsonite Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack
19.8 x 13.3 x 7.5 in
7.4 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: length by 4.1 in, width by 7.4 in.
- Capacity
- 32 L
- Weight
- 3.2 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
5
Photo pending
EVERGOODS CPL24 Civic Panel Loader
18 x 7 x 11.5 in
2.3 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: length by 2.3 in, width by 1.1 in.
- Capacity
- 24 L
- Weight
- 3.1 lb
- Laptop
- up to 17"
6
Cotopaxi Allpa 28L Travel Pack
18.9 x 11.8 x 9.1 in
5.9 in over against this rule. Not recommended for this rule: length by 3.2 in, width by 5.9 in.
- Capacity
- 28 L
- Weight
- 2.62 lb
- Laptop
- up to 15"
Dimensions summary
- Personal item
- Personal item: 15.7 x 5.9 x 11.8 in (published; high confidence).
- Carry-on
- Carry-on: 21.7 x 9.8 x 13.8 in (published; high confidence).
Useful next checks
FAQ
What size personal item does Kenya Airways allow?
Kenya Airways's reviewed published personal-item rule lists 15.7 x 5.9 x 11.8 in. handbag, backpack, briefcase, camera, laptop; max 40x15x30cm. Source last checked 2026-05-29.
What carry-on size is listed for Kenya Airways?
Kenya Airways's reviewed published carry-on rule lists 21.7 x 9.8 x 13.8 in. 2 items in this context; combined cabin weight 18 kg. Source last checked 2026-05-29.
Are Kenya Airways 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.