Club and mileage memberships for frequent and VIP fliers generally offer benefits for class upgrades and increases in baggage allowance for the traveler.
Although the weight, size and number of bags allowed per passenger depends on the airline, the general carry-on baggage allowance for a regular passenger must have the following specifications: a carry-on bag with maximum dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches, or a total measurement of 45 inches; and a maximum weight of 44 pounds in total. Business class passengers usually get up to 66 pounds, while first class passengers get up to 88 pounds of maximum weight allowance. Most airlines also allow an additional personal item for carry-on such as a camera or laptop bag.
The general checked-in baggage allowance for an international flight is a maximum size of 62 linear inches and weight of 50 pounds. Many airlines also allow a maximum size of 80 linear inches and weight of 70 pounds for travelers willing to pay additional baggage fees. An economy class passenger is typically allowed two bags within the checked-in bag allowance. Business and first class passengers are also bound with the maximum baggage size and weight requirements of up to 80 linear inches and 70 pounds, but they are typically allowed more bags to check-in.
