checked bag

Cargo hold luggage

A checked bag is luggage handed over to an airline at check-in, stored in the aircraft's cargo hold rather than carried aboard by the passenger.

Airlines typically charge fees for checked bags and impose weight limits: We're only bringing carry-ons to avoid the checked bag fee.

The term distinguishes from carry-on or cabin baggage.

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checked bagcarry-on

Bag kept in cabin

carry-on bag · hand luggage · cabin bag · personal item

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