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Does the Travelpro Maxlite 5 21" Expandable Spinner fit Delta Air Lines' carry-on?

No. Too long by 2.5 cm. It's 58.4 cm top to bottom and Delta Air Lines allows 55.9 cm. It's too big for Delta Air Lines' personal item (No size published).

Won't fit

Flying with
55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm
Checking
58.4 × 36.8 × 22.9 cm, soft case
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Won't fit

Too long by 2.5 cm. It's 58.4 cm top to bottom and Delta Air Lines allows 55.9 cm.

BagTravelpro Maxlite 5 21" Expandable Spinner
Cabin bagDelta Air Lines
Length
58.4of 55.9 cm2.5 cm over
Width
36.8of 35.6 cm1.2 cm over
Depth
22.9of 22.9 cmExact fit
WeightNo published limit on Delta Air Lines

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

What you can do

  • Take a bag 55.9 cm tall or less. 3 bags we list fit.
  • Or check it in when you book. It's usually cheaper than paying at the gate.
  • Fits 2 other airlines, including Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines. See all
See bags that fit Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines rules checked 2 Nov 2026. Airline's page. Sizes include wheels and handles.

Side by side

Travelpro Maxlite 5 21" Expandable Spinner against Delta Air Lines' 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
Length58.4 cm55.9 cm2.5 cm over
Width36.8 cm35.6 cm1.2 cm over
Depth22.9 cm22.9 cmExact

Delta Air Lines rules worth knowing

  • Carry-on: 22 × 14 × 9 in including wheels and handles. Included even on Basic Economy.
  • Personal item: Delta doesn't publish a size. It just has to fit under the seat: a purse, laptop bag or small backpack.
  • No published carry-on weight limit.
  • Regional jets with under 50 seats may valet-check carry-ons.

Airlines where the Travelpro Maxlite 5 21" Expandable Spinner fits

Frontier AirlinesSouthwest AirlinesAll airlines

Bags that fit Delta Air Lines' carry-on

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Good to know

What can I do if the Travelpro Maxlite 5 21" Expandable Spinner is too big for Delta Air Lines?

Add a checked bag when you book, which is usually cheaper than paying at the gate, or bring a smaller carry-on. The Travelpro Maxlite 5 21" Expandable Spinner does fit Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines.

What is Delta Air Lines' carry-on size limit?

Delta Air Lines' carry-on limit is 55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm, with no published weight limit.

Which other bags fit Delta Air Lines?

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