Photo: Twenty47studio / Moment / Getty Images
If you plan to travel soon, some things may be changing. They are getting ready to limit your carry on size bag, and it's small. I believe it's 2026 when it starts, but it could end up costing you even more when you go visit family or go on your next trip.
For 2026, new carry-on rules focus on stricter size enforcement with AI scanners, stricter weight limits (around 17-22 lbs), and even more rules about your liquids with CT scanners at major airports, meaning you must check your airline's specific dimensions (usually ~22x14x9") and be prepared for mandatory bin tests and possible fees for oversized bags. So yeah, it's a thing.
studyfinds.org found the best new bags to help ease the pain of coming travel in 2026, so you might want to read up and see if it's going to cost you more, or if you're free to travel the aircraft.
See the full list HERE