Linear dimensions

How it is used

Airlines may state a limit in total linear dimensions; this is a sum, not the bag's volume.

Example sentences

1. The bag's linear dimensions were 150 centimetres when we added all three measurements.

   The calculation adds lengths rather than multiplying them.

2. The allowance page listed both a weight limit and a limit on linear dimensions.

   Weight and summed outside measurements are separate checks.

Common collocations

• total linear dimensions
• maximum linear dimensions

Related terms

• baggage allowanceThe amount of luggage, in number of bags and weight, that your ticket lets you take on a flight without paying extra.
• excess baggageLuggage that is heavier, bigger or more than your ticket allows; also the extra fee charged for it.

More terms: Luggage & Baggage Problems

• luggage
• carry-on
• checked baggage
• baggage claim
• lost luggage
• damaged baggage
• luggage tag
• short-check
• limited release tag
• baggage reconciliation
• rush bag
• unaccompanied baggage