What are the Baggage Rules on Spirit Airlines?

All passengers are allowed to travel with one paid checked bag. But passengers can also travel with up to 5 checked bags if there is enough space in the aircraft. The personal items should fit snugly beneath the seat. If it doesn’t, it will be considered a carry-on or may also be checked by Spirit. In this SkyTravelFly blog, we will take a look at the other aspects of Spirit Airlines baggage policy.

Is Spirit Strict with Baggage?

There is a little relaxation on some routes for oversized sports equipment. To know more about Spirit Airlines baggage allowance, you can call at +1-855-728-3555. You will have to pay charges if the sports equipment exceeds the maximum size limit allowed on Spirit. Checked bags should meet the size and weight limits laid down under the baggage rules. The maximum weight and size of a checked baggage can be 100 lb. and 80 linear inches. Here are some ways how Spirit will deal with extra baggage.

• From 1 December to 10 January, additional checked bags may be accepted on a first-come-first basis.
• Items exceeding 80 linear inches or 203 cm may not be accepted on some routes from 1 December to 10 January.

You cannot hold Spirit responsible if it doesn’t allow personal items that don’t fit snugly underneath the seat. The carry-on policy doesn’t allow such items. You can call Spirit at +1-855-728-3555 to know what is the size limit for personal items. SkyTravelFly executives at +1-888-415-1531 can also help you with the relevant details.

How Do I Avoid paying for my Spirit Bag?

On Spirit Airlines, if you purchased a ticket with Go Big, Go Comfy and Go Savvy fare, a carry-on bag is included. If you have booked a ticket with Go fare, a carry-on is not included and it cannot be purchased separately. To avoid paying for your Spirit checked bag you must ensure that they do not exceed the size and weight limits prescribed by Spirit Airlines baggage rules. Here are the restrictions of weight and size on Spirit.

• Overweight items - Luggage weighing more than 51 pounds or 23 kg is considered overweight.
• Oversized items - Luggage measuring more than 63 linear inches or 158 cm will be considered oversized.

How much does Spirit Charge for a Checked Bag?

There are no Spirit airlines baggage charges for the first checked bag, if you are travelling with Go Comfy or Go Big fare. Active-duty US military service members are allowed 2 free checked bags. But, if these checked bags are more than the weight or size permitted, you will have to pay charges. Here is how Spirit will charge you.

• For baggage exceeding 51 lbs or 23 kgs - $125
• For baggage exceeding 63 linear inches or 158 cm - $150
• For special items over 80 linear inches or 203 cm - $150

Charges for a checked bag will be applicable only if it exceeds the weight or size limits imposed by Spirit. You can call Spirit at +1-855-728-3555 to know how you can avoid paying Spirit airlines baggage charges. Our SkyTravelFly executives available at +1-888-415-1531 can also assist you with baggage.