2026 checked bag fees
Frontier Airlines baggage fees
On all Frontier flights, the first checked bag on Frontier costs $29–$63 if you pay online ($79–$92 at the airport) and the second $59–$86.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
$79–$92 at the airport
$89–$110 at the airport
Up to 62 in (158 cm) in total
Basic: $29–$63 for the first
Quick answer
On all Frontier flights, the first checked bag on Frontier costs $29–$63 if you pay online ($79–$92 at the airport) and the second $59–$86. A carry-on costs extra on the Basic fare (bundles include one). Prices vary by route and date: roughly $25–$79 online, up to $100 at the gate.
- 1st checked bag
- $29–$63 ($79–$92 at the airport)
- 2nd checked bag
- $59–$86 ($89–$110 at the airport)
- Weight limit
- 40 lb (Up to 62 in (158 cm) in total)
- Cheapest fare
- No free bags (Basic: $29–$63 for the first)
What will my bags cost on Frontier?
- 1st bag on Standard fare$29–$63
- Each way, per traveler$29–$63
- Prices depend on route and date. Online is the price when you add the bag while booking; it goes up after booking.
Frontier checked bag fees
Prices one way, per traveler, on all Frontier flights.
On Standard fare
Prices depend on route and date. Online is the price when you add the bag while booking; it goes up after booking.
| Bag | Paid online | At the airport |
|---|---|---|
| 1st bag | $29–$63 | $79–$92 |
| 2nd bag | $59–$86 | $89–$110 |
| 3rd bag and up | $75–$110 | $99–$116 |
Free checked bags by fare
- BasicBundles bought with the fare can include a checked bagNone
- Standard fareNone
Each bag up to 40 lb (18 kg) and 62 in (158 cm) in total.
Overweight and oversize bags
Charged per bag, each way, on top of any bag fee.
- Overweight: 41–50 lb$75
- Overweight: 51–100 lb$100
- Oversize: 63–110 in (length + width + height)$75
How to avoid Frontier bag fees
Who checks bags free
- Fare bundles that include a checked bag, bought at booking
Ways to pay less
- • Add bags while you book: the price only goes up after that.
- • Weigh your bag at home: going over 40 lb can cost more than a second bag.
- • Travel carry-on only: check the Frontier carry-on size.
Frontier vs. other U.S. airlines
On regular economy fares, one way, in U.S. dollars.
| Airline | 1st bag | 2nd bag | Free bags (regular fare) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | $29–$63 | $59–$86 | NoneStandard fare |
| American Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain Cabin |
| Delta Air Lines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain |
| United Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneEconomy |
| Southwest Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneChoice |
| Alaska Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain |
| JetBlue | $39–$49 | $59–$69 | NoneMain (formerly Blue) |
| Hawaiian Airlines | $45 | $55 | NoneMain Cabin |
| Allegiant Air | $20–$50 | $20–$50 | NoneStandard fare |
| Sun Country Airlines | $34–$45 | $40–$45 | NoneStandard fare |
| Breeze Airways | $35–$41 | $45 | NoneNice (standard fare) |
| Avelo Airlines | $40–$45 | $40–$45 | NoneStandard fare |
- Frontier Airlines
- 1st bag
- $29–$63
- 2nd bag
- $59–$86
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- American Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main Cabin
- Delta Air Lines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main
- United Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Economy
- Southwest Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Choice
- Alaska Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main
- JetBlue
- 1st bag
- $39–$49
- 2nd bag
- $59–$69
- Free bags
- None · Main (formerly Blue)
- Hawaiian Airlines
- 1st bag
- $45
- 2nd bag
- $55
- Free bags
- None · Main Cabin
- Allegiant Air
- 1st bag
- $20–$50
- 2nd bag
- $20–$50
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Sun Country Airlines
- 1st bag
- $34–$45
- 2nd bag
- $40–$45
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
- Breeze Airways
- 1st bag
- $35–$41
- 2nd bag
- $45
- Free bags
- None · Nice (standard fare)
- Avelo Airlines
- 1st bag
- $40–$45
- 2nd bag
- $40–$45
- Free bags
- None · Standard fare
Compare Frontier with another airline
Frontier baggage FAQ
On all Frontier flights, the first checked bag on Frontier costs $29–$63 if you pay online ($79–$92 at the airport) and the second $59–$86.
Airports Frontier flies from
Airport guides with transit, terminals, lounges and parking.
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fees as published. Airlines change bag fees often, so confirm the price for your trip when you book.
- Frontier Airlines: official baggage information
- Upgraded Points: Frontier baggage fees (updated Jun 10, 2026)
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