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MH · confirmed 20 Oct 2026

Malaysia Airlines carry-on and personal item size

Malaysia Airlines allows a personal item up to 25 × 36 × 25 cm (9.8 × 14.2 × 9.8 in) and a carry-on up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in).

The limits below are quoted from Malaysia Airlines' baggage rules. Sizes include wheels and handles unless noted.

Personal item
25 × 36 × 25 cm (9.8 × 14.2 × 9.8 in)

Length + width + height: no more than 86 cm (33.9 in).

As part of their cabin baggage allowance, passengers may carry one (1) personal item (Option A, B, or C) , provided the total weight remains within the 7kg limit (15 lbs). ... Smaller personal belongings (shall not exceed 25cm x 36cm x 25cm = 86cm) should be placed completely under the seat in front of you.

Check it on Malaysia Airlines' site malaysiaairlines.com · confirmed 20 Oct 2026

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Carry-on
56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in)

Length + width + height: no more than 115 cm (45.3 in).

Weight limit: 15 lb (7 kg).

Economy Class: Passengers are allowed one (1) piece of cabin baggage not exceeding 7kg (15 lbs). ... Large or bulky cabin baggage (shall not exceed 56cm x 36cm x 23cm = 115cm) must be stored in the overhead compartment.

Check it on Malaysia Airlines' site malaysiaairlines.com · confirmed 20 Oct 2026

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Which fares include a carry-on

FareCarry-on includedNotes
Economy (Value, Basic, Flex/Shuttle, Group)YesThe cabin page sets the allowance by class, not fare brand: 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item, 7 kg total. Fare brands differ in checked baggage (Value 20 kg, Basic 25 kg, Flex/Shuttle 35 kg on most routes).
Business (Basic, Flex/Shuttle) / Business SuiteYes2 cabin bags, 14 kg combined, max 7 kg each; personal item within the 14 kg.

Personal items that fit Malaysia Airlines

Carry-ons that fit Malaysia Airlines

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Malaysia Airlines bag size questions

What is the Malaysia Airlines personal item size?

Malaysia Airlines' personal item limit is 25 × 36 × 25 cm (9.8 × 14.2 × 9.8 in) and no more than 86 cm in total (length + width + height).

What is the Malaysia Airlines carry-on size?

Malaysia Airlines' carry-on limit is 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in) and no more than 115 cm in total (length + width + height), weighing up to 15 lb (7 kg).

Do Malaysia Airlines size limits include wheels and handles?

Malaysia Airlines' baggage page doesn't say whether its limits include wheels and handles, so measure your bag with them. Sizeproof checks each bag's outside size, wheels and handles included.

Which Malaysia Airlines fares include a carry-on?

Included: Economy (Value, Basic, Flex/Shuttle, Group); Business (Basic, Flex/Shuttle) / Business Suite.

Will a 22 × 14 × 9 in carry-on fit Malaysia Airlines?

Yes. A bag of exactly 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm) is within Malaysia Airlines' carry-on limit of 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in), with little room to spare. Carry-on size at every airline

Which bags fit Malaysia Airlines?

By their listed size, wheels and handles included, 9 personal items and 56 carry-ons in our list fit Malaysia Airlines' limits. Find one in the finder

When were these Malaysia Airlines limits last checked?

Our weekly check last found these limits on Malaysia Airlines' own page on 20 Oct 2026. Airlines change their rules, so confirm before you fly.

Source

We check Malaysia Airlines' page every week; the limits were last found there on 20 Oct 2026. Airlines change these rules, so confirm on Malaysia Airlines' page before you fly.

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