Passengers buy a checked bag at the time of booking a flight. Because prices don’t pinch. At the airport, the charges may shoot unexpectedly. Charges to be paid on a checked bag will also depend on how big or how heavy is your bag. Oversize fee is charged on bag exceeding 62 inches. Overweight fee is charged on bags over 50lb. Here are a few things you may find worth knowing about Spirit checked bag fee.
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First bag will be added free of charge - If you purchased a ticket with Spirit First.
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Excess baggage charges - Overweight or oversized bag fee is up to $150 per bag.
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Free Spirit Gold members - No matter which type of ticket they purchase, first checked bag will be free.
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Free Spirit Travel More Mastercard Primary Cardholders - Co-branded credit card holders may get 2 checked bags free.
Baggage charges for upcoming flights or a new flight may be found on the baggage fee calculator. Charges are likely to be higher for longer distance flights. Our HolidayGlobes blog will suggest ways to keep the baggage charges reasonable.
Do you have to pay for the first checked bag on Spirit?
The first checked bag is also charged. If you booked a Value or Premium Economy ticket, charges may be paid at any time. Right from the time of booking till the time you reach the gate. It is better that you buy your checked bag at the time of booking. Rather than buying it at the airport or boarding gate. The charges you pay is almost double of what you will pay during initial purchase. Here are a few noteworthy things about buying the first checked bag.
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Overweight or oversized bag may not be purchased at the time of booking - You will have to pay the overweight bag fee or oversized bag fee at airport.
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First bag is included in the ticket of some passengers - Spirit First ticket holders, Free Gold Spirit members & Free Spirit Travel More Mastercard Primary Cardholders have first bag included.
Carry-on may be included in Spirit baggage allowance of your ticket. But you may have to pay the charge applicable on the 1st checked bag for your carry-on if the carry-on exceeds size limit permitted. You may contact HolidayGlobes on +1-888-595-2181 for details or assistance.
How much does extra bags cost on Spirit flight?
You will be responsible for the charges on extra bags. An extra bag will cost you more. The charges for 2nd bag is higher than 1st bag. The 3rd bag will cost you more than 2nd bag. Charges for 3rd to 5th bag is higher but it is flat. Here are a few tips you will find handy on how Spirit checked bag fee international for additional bags are calculated.
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Up to 5 checked bags are included in the ticket of military service members - Active duty military service member traveling on military orders may add free checked bags at airport.
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Purchase of bags on international routes - Bags on international route may be purchased on a first-come first-serve basis. The exact price may be found at the time of booking.
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Pay excess bag charges in addition to standard bag charges - Oversize fee or overweight fee will be in addition to the standard bag charges.
Why should I pay for my handbag on Spirit flight?
Personal item like a small handbag is included in the baggage allowance. But not if needs to be stowed in overhead bin. You will have to buy space for a carry-on measuring up to 22x18x10 inches. Any item over this size may be adjusted in the overhead bin if there is space. Spirit will require you to check the oversized carry-on which can’t be stowed in overhead bin. You may have to pay charges. Here are a few tips you may find handy in making your decision wisely when you are confused over Spirit checked bag fee vs carry on fee.
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1st checked bag and carry-on will cost you the same - Charges start at $54 at the time of booking.
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1st checked bag and carry-on at the boarding gate will cost the highest - You may have to pay a maximum charge of up to $100.
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You may pay for the checked bag or carry-on at the time of check-in - Charges for checked bag or carry-on will amount to $60.
Can I avoid baggage charges on Spirit?
No matter how much you like, you may not be able to avoid baggage charges. Unless you are a frequent flyer on Spirit. Even frequent flyers may not avoid a fee if the bag is overweight or oversized. Special baggage may carry with them special charges. Here are a few tips that may help you cut down the costs on baggage charges.
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Make sure the bags are within the permitted weight limit - 50lb is limit after with an overweight charge will apply. The maximum Spirit checked bag weight is 100lb.
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Make sure the bags are not bulky - Oversized bag fee will apply on bags measuring over 62inches.
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Pay for the bags during initial purchase or when you check-in online - Bags will cost you the least at these touchpoints.
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Become a member of Saver$ Club - You pay a membership fee of $70 and get discounts on baggage fee.
You may either buy a bag or upgrade your ticket. The ticket must be upgraded to Premium Economy if you want a free carry-on or Spirit First in case you want a free checked bag. Bags of standard Spirit checked bag size may be checked. For details or assistance with adding bag, you may contact HolidayGlobes on +1-888-595-2181.
