Does the Cabin Max Metz 30L fit United Airlines' carry-on?

No. Too wide by 0.4 cm. It's 36 cm side to side and United Airlines allows 35.6 cm. It's too big for United Airlines' personal item (10.6 cm too wide). On United Airlines' cheapest fare the carry-on costs extra.

Won't fit

Flying with
55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm
Checking
Paid add-on on United Airlines
45 × 36 × 20 cm, under-seat bag
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Won't fit

Too wide by 0.4 cm. It's 36 cm side to side and United Airlines allows 35.6 cm.

BagCabin Max Metz 30L
Cabin bagUnited Airlines
Length
45of 55.9 cm10.9 cm spare
Width
36of 35.6 cm0.4 cm over
Depth
20of 22.9 cm2.9 cm spare
WeightNo published limit on United Airlines

Gate staff can still refuse a bag you can't lift into the bin yourself.

What you can do

  • Take a bag 35.6 cm wide or less. 3 bags we list fit.
  • Or check it in when you book. It's usually cheaper than paying at the gate.
  • Fits 11 other airlines, including Singapore Airlines and British Airways. See all

United Airlines rules checked 2 Nov 2026. Source. Sizes include wheels and handles.

Side by side

Cabin Max Metz 30L against United Airlines' limits. Bags can be turned, so the longest side is compared with the longest limit.

Carry-on: 55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm
SideBagLimitResult
Length45 cm55.9 cm10.9 cm spare
Width36 cm35.6 cm0.4 cm over
Depth20 cm22.9 cm2.9 cm spare
Personal item: 43.2 × 25.4 × 22.9 cm
SideBagLimitResult
Length45 cm43.2 cm1.8 cm over
Width36 cm25.4 cm10.6 cm over
Depth20 cm22.9 cm2.9 cm spare

United Airlines rules worth knowing

  • Carry-on: 22 × 14 × 9 in. Not included on domestic Basic Economy unless you hold MileagePlus status or a co-brand card.
  • Personal item: 17 × 10 × 9 in, smaller than Delta's or American's.
  • No published carry-on weight limit.

Airlines where the Cabin Max Metz 30L fits

Bags that fit United Airlines' carry-on

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Good to know

What can I do if the Cabin Max Metz 30L is too big for United Airlines?

Add a checked bag when you book, which is usually cheaper than paying at the gate, or bring a smaller carry-on. The Cabin Max Metz 30L does fit Singapore Airlines, British Airways and easyJet.

What is United Airlines' carry-on size limit?

United Airlines' carry-on limit is 55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm, with no published weight limit.

Which other bags fit United Airlines?

CabinZero Classic 36L, WANDF Personal Item Duffel and Horizn Studios Gion Shoulder Bag fit with room to spare.