XP vs MX · 2026 comparison
Avelo vs Breeze
Avelo wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit and a bigger personal item; Breeze wins on cheaper checked bags. Here's how they compare on bags, fees, comfort, reliability and loyalty.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
Avelo
XPWins 2 categories
- A more generous carry-on weight limit
- A bigger personal item
Breeze
MXWins 1 category
- Cheaper checked bags
Quick verdict
Avelo wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit and a bigger personal item; Breeze wins on cheaper checked bags. Check the cheapest fare's bag rules before you compare prices.
- Carry-on size
- Avelo: 22 × 14 × 9 in · Breeze: 22 × 14 × 9 in
- Carry-on on the cheapest fare
- Avelo: Costs extra on basic fares · Breeze: Costs extra on basic fares
- First checked bag (regular economy)
- Avelo: $40–$45 · Breeze: $35–$41
Side by side
| Avelo | Breeze | |
|---|---|---|
| Bags | ||
| Carry-on size | 22 × 14 × 9 in | 22 × 14 × 9 in |
| Carry-on on the cheapest fare | Costs extra on basic fares | Costs extra on basic fares |
| Carry-on weight limit | None published | 35 lb (15.9 kg) |
| Personal item | 17 × 13 × 9 in | 17 × 13 × 8 in |
| First checked bag (regular economy) | $40–$45 | $35–$41 |
| Network | ||
| Alliance | None | None |
| Loyalty program | None | BreezePoints |
| Main hubs | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
Highlighted values are better for travelers. Fees are for U.S. domestic economy flights; on-time data is 2025 U.S. DOT figures for each airline's own flights.
Bags and fees
Both airlines allow a carry-on up to 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm).
Avelo charges for it on its cheapest fare, while Breeze charges for it on its cheapest fare.
Breeze caps carry-ons at 35 lb (15.9 kg); Avelo publishes no limit.
Personal items: 17 × 13 × 9 in (43 × 33 × 23 cm) on Avelo, and 17 × 13 × 8 in (43 × 33 × 20 cm) on Breeze.
A first checked bag on Avelo costs $40–$45 on all Avelo flights, and a first checked bag on Breeze costs $35–$41 on all Breeze flights.
Basic economy
Avelo (Base fare): Fares include only a personal item; carry-ons are a paid add-on.
Breeze (Nice): The Nice bundle includes only a personal item; Nicer and Nicest add a carry-on.
Loyalty and where they fly
Avelo is not in an alliance and Breeze is not in an alliance.
Loyalty programs: none (Avelo) and BreezePoints (Breeze).
Which should you book?
Choose Avelo if you want…
- a more generous carry-on weight limit
- a bigger personal item
Choose Breeze if you want…
- cheaper checked bags
On a route both fly, the cheaper ticket isn't always the cheaper trip: add the bags you'll actually bring, and check the fare rules before you book.
Avelo vs Breeze FAQ
It depends on what matters most to you. Avelo wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit and a bigger personal item; Breeze wins on cheaper checked bags. If they fly the same route, compare the total price with bags included.
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Bag rules and fees
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Airlines change their rules without notice, so confirm with the airline before you fly.
- Avelo Airlines official baggage policy
- Upgraded Points: carry-on size chart for 63 airlines (updated May 16, 2026)
- Breeze Airways official baggage policy
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