Frontier Airlines Baggage Policy
Frontier Airlines is one airline that has additional fees for the normal checked baggage and carry-on. You have at least 24 hours before departure to make your decision if you are unclear of how much luggage you will be carrying.
The only journeys that are subject to the luggage fee are one-way trips. (Round-trip passengers are required to pay two fees.)
The baggage rules of Frontier Airlines encompass several key points:
1. Carry-On Allowance:
- Passengers are allowed one small carry-on item free of charge.
- Additionally, one small personal item, like a camera bag, laptop bag, briefcase, or handbag, is permitted without extra fees.
- Carry-on luggage comes with a fee, payable during reservation or online check-in. It can also be paid within 24 hours of departure during check-in.
2. Carry-On Dimensions and Weight Limits:
- Maximum dimensions for carry-on bags are 61x41x25 cm (24x16x10 inches), including wheels and handles.
- Items must fit under the seat or in the overhead compartment.
- Individual objects should not exceed 46x36x20 cm (18x14x8 inches).
- Some items like duty-free goods, jackets, and assistive devices should be noted. Seats without under-seat storage won't accommodate these items.
- Carry-on bags are stowed in the overhead compartment during take-off and landing.
3. Checked Baggag
- Checked bags incur charges, payable during booking or online.
- Payment can also be made within 24 hours of departure during online check-in.
4. Checked Baggage Dimensions and Weight Limits:
- Combined length, width, and height must not exceed 157 cm (62 inches).
- Maximum weight limit is 23 kg (50 pounds).
5. Baggage Charges:
- Fees vary based on factors like ticket type, flight destination, frequent flyer status, partner affiliations, credit card memberships, and military status.
6. Hand Baggage Fees:
- Purchasing carry-on allowance during booking or online check-in costs $30 USD.
- Buying at the kiosk/ticketing counter costs $40 USD.
- Airport gate purchase costs $60 USD.
- During holidays, fees are higher: $35 USD when booking, $40 USD for online check-in, and $45 USD at airport kiosks/tickets.
7. Checked Baggage Fees:
- First Baggage:
Purchasing at booking/online check-in costs $25 USD.
Paying at the airport ticket desk/kiosk costs $30 USD.
- Second Baggage:
Purchasing at booking/online check-in costs $30 USD.
Airport ticket desk/counter purchase costs $80 USD.
8. Extra Baggage Fee:
- Bringing three or more bags incurs an additional fee.
- Purchasing at booking/online check-in costs $75 USD.
- Buying at the airport ticket desk/counter costs $80 USD.
9. Overweight Baggage Fee:
- Bags exceeding 23 kg (50 pounds) incur a $75 USD surcharge.
- The surcharge remains the same up to 46 kg (100 pounds).
10. Oversize Baggage Fee:
- Bags with dimensions exceeding 160–204 cm (63-80 inches) incur a $75 USD fee.
- Bags exceeding 204 cm (80 linear inches) are not accepted as checked baggage.
For further information or clarification about Frontier Airlines' fee policies, you can contact their baggage phone number at 1-888-875-0388.