In addition to flights to 47 domestic destinations, Spirit Airlines also offers flights to 18 international destinations, including the United States, Central America, South America, and Caribbean. However, add-ons such as baggage, extra legroom, or seat assignments can be charged extra.
How Much is Spirit Baggage Fees?
Carry-On Fees
Carry-on luggage fees for Spirit range from $26 to $55, depending on how and when the fee is paid.
Checked Baggage Fees
A first or second-checked bag weighing up to 40 pounds and measuring less than 62 inches L+W+H will cost you between $21 and $65.
Excess Baggage Fees
For Spirit Airlines, extra baggage fees range from $76-$100 per bag when checking a third, fourth, or fifth bag.
Overweight Baggage Fees
In addition to excess and oversized baggage fees, Spirit charges additional fees for overweight baggage. Overweight baggage is considered any bag weighing more than 40 pounds.
Spirit Airlines Checked Baggage Policy
One personal item fits under the seat in front of passengers free of charge. The second carry-on bag and the number of checked bags are subject to applicable fees.
Spirit checked baggage sizes cannot exceed 62 inches and weight limits cannot exceed 40 pounds. Spirit Airlines Carry-On Baggage Policy
In accordance with Spirit Airlines' carry-on baggage policy, passengers can bring one personal item, which may include a purse, laptop bag, backpack, or duty-free merchandise. In accordance with Spirit Airlines, personal items must meet certain size limitations, which include handles and wheels. According to Spirit Airlines Baggage Policy, personal item size is 18 x 14 x 8 inches (45 x 35 x 20 cm)
Carry-On Allowance for Pets
In some instances, pets can be carried in the cabin of Spirit flights, however they must be comfortable in the carrier.
In order to travel with a pet carrier, its dimensions must not exceed 18x14x9 inches and its weight cannot exceed 40lbs 18.14 kg. Spirit Airlines charges $110 per container.
Spirit Exceptional Items
In accordance with Spirit's luggage policy, passengers are allowed to bring on board or check the following special items:
Musical Instruments
If a musical instrument is properly packaged in a case or container, Spirit will accept it as checked baggage. Golf Equipment
Guests traveling with golf equipment packages will be charged if the package is overweight, but Spirit exempts passengers from oversize charges.