Allegiant® Baggage Fees
Quick Allegiant Air Baggage Fee Summary
Allegiant Air baggage fees vary by route and when you purchase them (at booking, before check-in, or at the airport).
The rule of thumb is simple: the earlier you add bags, the less you’ll pay. Fees are charged per leg, meaning each individual flight, not just once per trip.
| Baggage category | Fee | Max Weight | Max Size (L+W+H) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked carry-on | $10-$75 | 9"x14"x22" | |
| At-airport baggage fee | $50-$75 | 9"x14"x22" | |
| Oversized carry-on fee | $50-$75 | 9"x14"x22" | |
| LugLess carry-on | $14-$39 | 25lbs | Calculate |
| First checked bag | $18-$50 | 50lbs | 80" |
| Second checked bag | $18-$50 | 50lbs | 80" |
| Third(+) checked bag | $75 | 50lbs | 80" |
| LugLess checked bag | $20-$45 | 50lbs | Calculate |
| Overweight bag | +$50 | 41-70lbs | 80" |
| Overweight bag | +$75 | 70-100lbs | 80" |
| Oversized bag | +$75 | 50lbs | 80"+ |
| LugLess oversized bag | $28-$55 | 75lbs | Calculate |
While Allegiant’s base fares are often low, baggage fees can add up quickly, especially for carry-on bags purchased at the airport.
How to Avoid Allegiant Air Baggage Fees
Smart packing is essential when flying Allegiant. Try these tips to keep costs down:
- Pack everything into a compliant personal item
- Use packing cubes or compression bags
- Wear bulky shoes and layers onboard
- Avoid heavy items like books or large toiletries
If you need more than a personal item, always add bags at booking to avoid the highest fees.
Or skip baggage fees entirely by shipping your luggage ahead with LugLess.
LugLess vs. Allegiant Air Checked Bag Fees
Wondering if LugLess can save you money? For many travelers, the answer is yes, especially with multiple bags or heavy luggage.
| Option | Cost | Hassle | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Checked Bag | $18–$75+ | Airport lines & baggage claim | Airport |
| LugLess | From $25 | None | Door-to-door |
With LugLess, you skip the airport stress and often pay less than Allegiant’s baggage fees, especially for sports gear or multiple bags.
Allegiant Air Carry-On Baggage Rules
- Maximum size: 10” x 16” x 22”
- Must fit in the overhead bin
- Carry-on bags are never free on Allegiant
If your carry-on won’t comfortably fit in the overhead bin, Allegiant will happily reclassify it as a checked bag, for a fee.
Personal Item Rules (Free)
Each passenger may bring one free personal item that fits completely under the seat in front of them. If it doesn’t slide under there, Allegiant will assume it’s plotting to become a paid bag.
- Maximum size: 8” x 14” x 18”
- Examples: purse, small backpack, laptop bag, briefcase
Medical devices such as diabetic kits or CPAP machines are also allowed as personal items.
Additional Items Allowed Onboard (Free)
Allegiant does allow a small list of essential items that don’t count toward your allowance, but the list is shorter than on many full-service airlines.
- Diaper bags
- Jackets or coats
- Umbrellas
- Food for immediate consumption
- Assistive devices (walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics)
These items must meet safety requirements and fit properly in the cabin. Allegiant Air allows only a limited number of items that do not count toward its personal item or carry-on baggage allowance.
Medically necessary or assistive devices, such as CPAP machines, walkers, wheelchairs, and prosthetics, may be brought onboard at no additional cost as long as they meet safety requirements.
Mobility aids and child-related assistive items like strollers and car seats are also permitted, but most other items must fit within Allegiant’s strict baggage size and policy limits.
Allegiant overweight baggage fees
Overweight baggage is considered any bag weighing more than 50lbs. The fees for checking overweight baggage on Allegiant of $50 - $75 are charged in addition to any standard, excess or oversized baggage fees.
Sporting Equipment & Musical Instruments
You can fly with items like golf clubs, skis, or musical instruments on Allegiant, but:
- Items must be properly packed
- Overweight or oversized fees may apply
- Large musical instruments may need to be checked or purchased a seat
Unlike some full-service airlines, Allegiant does not routinely waive overweight or oversized fees for sports equipment.
Luggage shipping alternative
Instead of paying Allegiant's checked baggage fees, you can ship your luggage ahead with LugLess. For as little as $20, LugLess allows you to generate a FedEx or UPS shipping label, which you can use to attach to your bag and send it directly to your destination anywhere in the US.
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More information on Allegiant baggage fees
The actual Allegiant baggage fees charged for carry-on and checked luggage will vary depending on your specific fare class, loyalty status, and other factors. For additional information on Allegiant checked baggage fees, please visit Allegiant’s website. Allegiant® is a registered trademark of Allegiant Travel Company. This page was last updated on September 26, 2018. 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.