Hardside spinner · carry-on
July Carry On Light Expandable: size, weight and airline fit
The July Carry On Light Expandable measures 21.26 x 14.17 x 9.65 in and fits the carry-on limit of 11 of 39 airlines. Too big for American, Delta and others.
Listed outside size
21.26 x 14.17 x 9.65 in
about 54 x 36 x 24.5 cm · 4.9 lb (2.22 kg) · 40 L
Fits 11 of 39 airlines
See it on July's sitePrices change often. Sizes from july.com, checked October 29, 2026.
What to know before you buy
- July's comparison page lists 21.26 x 14.17 x 9.65 in, 4.9 lb and 40 L. The product page calls it a polycarbonate hardshell that expands from 35 L to 40 L.
- At 4.9 lb it is unusually light for a hard case, which helps on airlines that weigh cabin bags.
Which airlines does it fit as a carry-on?
| Airline | Carry-on limit | Verdict | Tightest side | Weight limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Japan Airlines (JAL) | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Singapore Airlines | 115 cm total | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| British Airways | 22 x 18 x 10 in | Fits | 0.3 in spare | — |
| Iberia | 56 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Jet2 | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| easyJet | 56 x 45 x 25 cm | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | — |
| Volaris | 55 x 40 x 25 cm | Fits | 0.5 cm spare | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Allegiant Air | 22 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 0.3 in spare | — |
| Frontier Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 0.3 in spare | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Southwest Airlines | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Fits | 0.3 in spare | — |
| AirAsia | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietjet Air | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Vietnam Airlines | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | — |
| Aer Lingus | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9.5 in | Too big | 0.2 in over | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| Air France | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.9 in | Too big | 0.4 in over | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| KLM | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 12 kg (26 lb) |
| Lufthansa | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Ryanair | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Too big | 4.5 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Turkish Airlines | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Vueling | 55 x 40 x 20 cm | Too big | 4.5 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Wizz Air | 55 x 40 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Avianca | 55 x 35 x 25 cm | Too big | 1 cm over | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Copa Airlines | 22 x 14 x 10 in | Too big | 0.2 in over | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| LATAM Airlines | 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in | Too big | 0.4 in over | 26 lb (12 kg) |
| Emirates | 55 x 38 x 22 cm | Too big | 2.5 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Qatar Airways | 50 x 37 x 25 cm | Too big | 4 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Air Canada | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| Alaska Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| American Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| Breeze Airways | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Delta Air Lines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| JetBlue | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| Porter Airlines | 21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| United Airlines | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| WestJet | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | — |
| Air New Zealand | 21 x 16 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | 15 lb (7 kg) |
| Jetstar | 56 x 36 x 23 cm | Too big | 1.5 cm over | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Qantas | 22 x 14 x 9 in | Too big | 0.7 in over | 15 lb (7 kg) |
Compared side by side in the unit each airline publishes, largest side first. "Spare" is the room left on the tightest side.
Specs
| Listed outside size | 21.26 x 14.17 x 9.65 in (about 54 x 36 x 24.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Includes wheels and handles? | Not stated by the maker |
| Linear size (L + W + H) | 45.1 in (114.5 cm) |
| Empty weight | 4.9 lb (2.22 kg) |
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Type | Hardside spinner |
| Brand | July |
Questions people ask
What size is the July Carry On Light Expandable?
The maker lists 21.26 x 14.17 x 9.65 in (about 54 x 36 x 24.5 cm).
Which airlines does the July Carry On Light Expandable fit?
On paper it fits the carry-on limit of 11 of the 39 airlines we track that publish a size.
How much does the July Carry On Light Expandable weigh?
4.9 lb (2.22 kg) empty.
Researched from the maker's published specifications, not measured by us. Listings change, so check the size on the product page before you buy.
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