They do allow a free personal item (purse or standard size backpack) that has to fit under the seat in front of you
.
How do I pack a backpack on Spirit airlines?
Is Spirit strict about backpack size?
Spirit carry on policy
Dimensions
must not exceed 22 x 18 x 10 inches with no weight limit
, and of course you can also take your personal item on board. You can find out more information about this including a bag price checker on their website here.
Can backpacks be a personal item?
The short answer:
If it fits under the seat in front of you, it’s considered a personal item
. That means small backpacks and daypacks will usually qualify as personal items.
Does Spirit Airlines check for carry-on bags?
Spirit Airlines passengers are charged for both carry-ons and checked bags
. This is so that the airline can keep their ticket prices low. However, one personal item that fits entirely in the smaller sizer box (such as a purse, small backpack, etc) is included with your ticket.
What size bag can I bring on Spirit?
The Spirit Airlines carry-on baggage allowance is one small personal item;
18 x 14 x 8 inches (45 x 35 x 20 cm)
. A fee applies to bring an additional, larger item, with dimensions of 22 x 18 x 10 inches (56 x 46 x 25 cm).
Does Spirit really charge for carry-on bags?
When you fly Spirit Airlines, you can bring on a personal item up to 18 x 14 x 8 inches on board for free while
a full-sized carry-on will cost you $35 and up
, depending on when and where you purchase the right to bring the bag on board. (Prices slightly less for $9 Fare Club members.)
How do you cheat on Spirit Airlines?
- Only Bring A Personal Item.
- Don’t Reserve Seats Until The Last Minute.
- If You Aren’t Hungry, Don’t Buy Their Food.
- Grab Your Boarding Pass From The Kiosk.
- Use The Spirit App.
- Sign Up For Their Newsletter.
- Take A Red-Eye Flight.
Does Spirit allow a personal item?
We allow our Guests to bring 1 + 1, one personal item (free) and one carry-on item (charge applies)
. Personal items must fit entirely in the smaller sizer box (including handles and wheels). Another personal item, or anything larger will be charged as a carry-on.
How much can bags weigh on Spirit?
Checked bags: Maximum of 62 linear inches (length + width + height; 158 cm) including handles and wheels and maximum of
40 pounds
in weight (18.1 kg). Any bag that exceeds these dimensions or weight limit is considered oversized/overweight and has a corresponding charge.
How big of a backpack can I bring on a plane?
Each airline sets its own guidelines for the maximum allowable size for carry on luggage. Most airlines allow bags
up to 45 linear inches (length + width + depth) or 22′′ long, 14′′ wide, and 9′′ deep
. To prevent problems at the airport, your bag should be no larger than these dimensions.
What if my bag is over 40 lbs Spirit?
For overweight baggage, Spirit charges
$50 for bags weighing 41 to 50 pounds
, $75 for bags weighing 51 to 70 pounds, and $100 for bags weighing 71 to 100 pounds. If your bags are oversized (63 to 80 inches) then you will be charged $100; for special items over 80 inches, the fee is $150.
Does a pillow count as a personal item spirit?
Neck and head pillows can be carried on the aircraft as long as they fit completely in your personal item bag
. In some cases wheelchairs, car seats and strollers may be checked or carried on free of charge.
Can I take an umbrella on Spirit Airlines?
Carry-On Baggage
Personal items include purses, briefcases and laptops. Car seats, strollers, diaper bags, cameras, umbrellas, wheelchairs, canes, pet containers, reading materials, outer garments or food purchased for the consumption on board the flight
do not count toward personal items
.
Do families board first on Spirit?
Families will be able to board after elite members, credit card holders, and those who have paid for priority boarding, but before general boarding begins
.
