Does the Osprey Farpoint 40 fit American Airlines' carry-on?

No. Too deep by 0.2 cm. It's 23.1 cm front to back and American Airlines allows 22.9 cm. It's too big for American Airlines' personal item (9.4 cm too long).

Won't fit

Flying with
55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm
Checking
55.1 × 35.1 × 23.1 cm, backpack
Units
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Won't fit

Too deep by 0.2 cm. It's 23.1 cm front to back and American Airlines allows 22.9 cm.

BagOsprey Farpoint 40
Cabin bagAmerican Airlines
Length
55.1of 55.9 cm0.8 cm spare
Width
35.1of 35.6 cm0.5 cm spare
Depth
23.1of 22.9 cm0.2 cm over
WeightNo published limit on American Airlines

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

What you can do

  • Take a bag 22.9 cm deep or less. 3 bags we list fit.
  • Or check it in when you book. It's usually cheaper than paying at the gate.
  • Fits 4 other airlines, including Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines. See all

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

Side by side

Osprey Farpoint 40 against American 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
Length55.1 cm55.9 cm0.8 cm spare
Width35.1 cm35.6 cm0.5 cm spare
Depth23.1 cm22.9 cm0.2 cm over
Personal item: 45.7 × 35.6 × 20.3 cm
SideBagLimitResult
Length55.1 cm45.7 cm9.4 cm over
Width35.1 cm35.6 cm0.5 cm spare
Depth23.1 cm20.3 cm2.8 cm over

American Airlines rules worth knowing

  • Carry-on: 22 × 14 × 9 in. Basic Economy on most transatlantic routes is personal item only.
  • Personal item: 18 × 14 × 8 in.
  • No published carry-on weight limit.

Airlines where the Osprey Farpoint 40 fits

Bags that fit American Airlines' carry-on

Biggest first.

Good to know

What can I do if the Osprey Farpoint 40 is too big for American Airlines?

Add a checked bag when you book, which is usually cheaper than paying at the gate, or bring a smaller carry-on. The Osprey Farpoint 40 does fit Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

What is American Airlines' carry-on size limit?

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

Which other bags fit American Airlines?

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