Oversized Luggage

I read that your luggage must be less than 62 linear inches. I have no idea if that is correct.

This is generally correct, but varies by / airlines / cities you are traveling to. For example, some airlines only allow a maximum of 54 inches.

What airline / route are you looking at?

Cheers,

Depends on the airline ... see the website of the airline will have specific information for you.

Here is the link to everything you need to know about luggage on United Airlines. If you do not understand something make sure you contact a customer service representative.

http://www.united.com/page/middlepage/0 ...

Some notes on baggage:

Remember that when you go you may end up back with you left over (especially if you go on vacation and plan to buy souvenirs - of course the reverse could be true if you are carrying gifts for people to your destination) - do not leave your bags packed to capacity and we expect to be able to come back with more weight.

If you expect to purchase your destination and number of bags you checked on your flight departure is less than what is allowed, take a duffle extra or something in your bag so you can be able packing memories. And remember that it is generally easier to carry two bags under a very, very heavy huge. And wheeled bags are essential.

Finally: If you buy at your destination and decide you're going to send something, shipping compare how much it would cost you to pay for an extra piece of luggage. Most airlines charge between $ 75 - $ 100, but some elements may be much more expensive to ship especially internationally. However, if the item is breakable, go ahead and ship because you can not wait for the baggage handlers to treat your fragile item with care and delivery, it will be insured in case of breakage.

It could have been more information than you need - but we have a lot of practice flying and packing!

Good road.

I hate to say it, but it depends on the airline. Although there are "guidelines", the airline has no individual to comply. The next part: national or international? International allows more weight, etc. But if you're on a plane, say, Houston, and fly to New York to change carriers, then fly to Paris from New York to Paris flight will carry more weight more suitcases than Houston to New York flight.
If you are flying with one carrier will be simplified things, including a set of rules. So call your service provider.
Also, try www.flyfaa.gov. Many airports have a device that you should be able to customize your bag through to avoid the tax on the size.