Frontier Airlines Baggage Fees
Frontier Airlines keeps base fares low by charging separately for most baggage. While one personal item is included for free, Frontier Airlines typically charges for carry-on bags and checked bags, and prices are usually higher when purchased at the airport.
Frontier Airlines Quick Baggage Fee Summary
Let’s take a closer look at Frontier Airlines’ baggage fees, policies, and restrictions, plus how you can avoid airport hassles (and potentially save money) by shipping your bags with LugLess currently available for shipments within the U.S. and Canada. Frontier Airlines’ base bag prices vary by route and when you buy (the “cheapest time to buy is at initial booking”). However, Frontier does publish consistent size/weight limits and overweight/oversize charges:
| Baggage category | Fee | Max Weight | Max Size (L+W+H) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked carry-on | $30-$55 | 35lbs | 10"x16"x24" |
| Gate checked carry-on | $60 | 35lbs | 10"x16"x24" |
| First checked bag | $30-$50 | 40lbs | 62" |
| LugLess carry-on | $14-$39 | 25lbs | Calculate |
| Second checked bag | $45-$55 | 40lbs | 62" |
| Third(+) checked bag | $85-$95 | 40lbs | 62" |
| LugLess checked bag | $25-$45 | 50lbs | Calculate |
| Overweight bag (41–50lbs) | +$75 | 41-50lbs | 62" |
| Heavier overweight bag (51–100lbs) | +$100 | 51-100lbs | 62" |
| Oversized bag | +$75 | Standard weight limits apply | 63"-110" |
| LugLess oversized bag | $28-$55 | 75lbs | Calculate |
Important: Frontier Airlines’ standard checked bag weight limit is 40 lbs. Bags weighing 41–50 lbs incur a $75 overweight fee; 51–100 lbs incur a $100 overweight fee. Bags larger than 110" linear or heavier than 100 lbs are not accepted.
LugLess vs. Frontier Airlines Baggage Fees
| Option | Cost | Hassle | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines Add-On Bags | Varies (often higher closer to departure/at airport) | Airport lines + potential sizer checks | Airport |
| LugLess | Starting at $25 | No airport bag lines | Door-to-door (U.S. & Canada) |
Frontier’s bag prices vary a lot depending on timing and route, but the pain points are consistent: paying for bags, sizing enforcement, and airport lines. LugLess can help you skip the bag counter and baggage claim.
How to avoid Frontier Airlines baggage fees
Frontier Airlines is one of the strictest airlines about bag sizing, so strategy matters:
- Pack to a compliant personal item (14” x 18” x 8”) to avoid paying for carry-on/checked luggage.
- If you need a carry-on or checked bag, buy it at initial booking (Frontier explicitly calls this the cheapest time).
- Keep checked bags under 40 lbs to avoid overweight fees that can wipe out the savings of a low fare.
- Consider a bundle if you know you’ll need bags anyway (some bundles include carry-on and/or checked bags).
For door-to-door convenience, consider shipping luggage with LugLess (currently U.S. & intra-Canada shipments).
Frontier Airlines carry-on baggage fees
While one personal item per passenger is allowed for free, Frontier charges a fee for all carry-on luggage.
Trying to fly Frontier Airlines with only what you can bring onboard? Frontier Airlines generally allows:
- 1 personal item (free)
- Carry-on bag (paid add-on) unless included with certain bundles
Frontier Airlines personal item size limit (Free)
- 14” H x 18” W x 8” D (including handles, wheels, and straps) Frontier notes personal item size may be checked during boarding, and items larger than allowed may be charged.
Frontier Airlines carry-on bag size and weight limit
- 24” H x 16” W x 10” D
- 35 lbs max Bags exceeding this size must be checked at the gate at a cost of $60.
Frontier Airlines checked baggage policy
Frontier Airlines checked bags are paid add-ons unless your fare/bundle includes them. Frontier also notes you can generally buy checked bags up to 60 minutes before domestic departures (and 60 minutes before international departures).
Frontier Airlines Checked Bag Limits
To stay within standard rules:
If your checked bag exceeds those limits, extra charges apply.
Frontier Airlines excess baggage fees
Checking excess baggage, meaning three or more bags per passenger, on Frontier Airlines flights will cost $85-$95 per bag.
Frontier Airlines overweight baggage fees
Overweight baggage is considered any bag weighing more than 50lbs. The fees for checking overweight baggage on Frontier are charged in addition to any standard, excess or oversized baggage fees. Bags weighing more than 99lbs are not accepted as checked luggage on Frontier.
- 41–50 lbs: +$75 per bag, per direction
- 51–100 lbs: +$100 per bag, per direction
- Over 100 lbs: Not accepted
Frontier Airlines oversized baggage fees
Most bags with a sum of length, width, and height of greater than 62 inches will be considered oversized. Frontier oversized baggage fees are charged in addition to any standard, excess, or overweight fee. Bags measuring greater than 109" in total dimensions will not be accepted as checked luggage.
- 63–110 linear inches: +$75 per bag, per direction
- Over 110 linear inches: Not accepted
Frontier Airlines baggage fee exceptions & waivers
Frontier Airlines sometimes includes bags through bundles, which can be a simpler way to reduce add-on costs:
- Economy Bundle / Premium Bundle: includes a carry-on bag (plus other benefits depending on bundle)
- Business Bundle: includes a carry-on bag and (2) checked bags (50 lbs each)
(Always verify what’s included during booking, since bundle packaging can change.)
Frontier also notes some special items (like certain medical devices, wheelchairs, and essential baby gear) can be carried or checked at no charge and don’t count toward baggage allowance.
Frontier Airlines Baggage FAQs
Does Frontier Airlines charge for carry-on bags?
Yes. Frontier Airlines includes one personal item for free, but carry-on bags are typically a paid add-on unless included through a bundle.
What is Frontier Airlines’ free personal item size limit?
Frontier Airlines’ personal item must be 14” H x 18” W x 8” D (including handles, wheels, and straps).
What is Frontier Airlines’ carry-on bag size and weight limit?
Frontier Airlines carry-on bags can be up to 24” H x 16” W x 10” D and must weigh 35 lbs or less.
What is Frontier Airlines’ checked bag size and weight limit?
Frontier Airlines checked bags must be 62 linear inches or less and weigh 40 lbs or less.
What are Frontier Airlines’ overweight and oversized bag fees?
Frontier Airlines lists +$75 for bags weighing 41–50 lbs, +$100 for 51–100 lbs, and +$75 for bags measuring 63–110 linear inches (per bag, per direction).
Is shipping luggage cheaper than checking it on Frontier Airlines?
It can be — especially if you’d otherwise pay for multiple bags or incur overweight/oversized fees. LugLess offers door-to-door delivery and currently serves shipments within the U.S. and Canada.
More information on Frontier baggage fees
The actual Frontier baggage fees will vary depending on your specific fare class, loyalty status, and other factors. For additional information on Frontier Airlines checked baggage fees, please visit Frontier’s website. Frontier Airlines® is a registered trademark of Frontier Airlines, Inc. This page was last updated on February 10, 2026. Neither LugLess, nor its parent, subsidiaries, and/or affiliates, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information contained herein. LugLess.com contains references to products from one or more affiliate advertising programs and we may receive compensation when you click on links to those products.