Spirit Airlines baggage size limits
Personal item
18 × 14 × 8 in (46 × 36 × 20 cm)
Carry-on
22 × 18 × 10 in (56 × 46 × 25 cm) · Carry-on is a paid extra
Checked bag
62 linear in (158 cm) total · 40 lb (18 kg)
On Spirit Airlines, your personal item is your only free bag. A full-size carry-on costs extra, so a bag that fits the personal-item limit saves you a fee each way.
Spirit Airlines checks cabin bags in a sizer at the gate, so a bag that's even slightly over counts as too big here.
Personal items that fit Spirit Airlines
Limit: 18 × 14 × 8 in (46 × 36 × 20 cm). 1 of 3 personal items we can check fit.
Travelpro Platinum Elite UnderSeat Tote
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, budget airlines
- Weight
- 2 lb
- Size in
- 16.5 × 10.25 × 7.5
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 7.6/10
Carry-on bags that fit Spirit Airlines
Limit: 22 × 18 × 10 in (56 × 46 × 25 cm) · Carry-on is a paid extra. 3 of 5 carry-on bags we can check fit.
Travelpro Maxlite 5 Compact Carry-On Spinner
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for frequent flyers, occasional trips
- Weight
- 5.1 lb
- Size in
- 22 × 14 × 9
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 8.4/10
Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 21" Carry-On
Amazon Basics · Budget · Best for occasional trips, budget airlines
- Weight
- 7.7 lb
- Size in
- 21.7 × 14.8 × 10
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 6.7/10
Coolife Hardside Carry-On 20"
Coolife · Budget · Best for occasional trips, families
- Weight
- 7.3 lb
- Size in
- 22 × 15.2 × 8.9
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 6.3/10
Medium checked bags that fit Spirit Airlines
Limit: 62 linear in (158 cm) total · 40 lb (18 kg). 3 of 3 medium checked bags we can check fit.
Whether a checked bag is included depends on your fare; check when you book.
Travelpro Maxlite 5 25" Expandable Spinner
Travelpro · Mid-range · Best for occasional trips, frequent flyers, families
- Weight
- 7.3 lb
- Size in
- 27 × 18.5 × 11.5
- Warranty
- Lifetime
- Our score
- 8.8/10
Amazon Basics Hardside Spinner 26" Medium
Amazon Basics · Budget · Best for occasional trips, families
- Weight
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Size in
- 26.8 × 17.8 × 11.3
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 8.0/10
Samsonite Freeform 24" Medium Spinner
Samsonite · Mid-range · Best for occasional trips, families
- Weight
- 8.5 lb
- Size in
- 27.9 × 19.6 × 13.4
- Warranty
- 10 yr
- Our score
- 8.2/10
Large checked bags that fit Spirit Airlines
Limit: 62 linear in (158 cm) total · 40 lb (18 kg). 1 of 4 large checked bags we can check fit.
Whether a checked bag is included depends on your fare; check when you book.
Traveler's Choice Pagosa Large 30" Hardside Spinner
Traveler's Choice · Mid-range · Best for families, occasional trips
- Weight
- 11.2 lb
- Size in
- 30 × 20 × 12
- Warranty
- Not listed (the brand doesn't publish this spec)
- Our score
- 8.6/10
Spirit Airlines baggage FAQ
What is the Spirit Airlines personal item size limit?
18 × 14 × 8 in (46 × 36 × 20 cm). Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on Spirit Airlines' website before you fly, as rules can change.
What is the Spirit Airlines carry-on size limit?
22 × 18 × 10 in (56 × 46 × 25 cm) · Carry-on is a paid extra. Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on Spirit Airlines' website before you fly, as rules can change.
What is the Spirit Airlines checked bag size limit?
62 linear in (158 cm) total · 40 lb (18 kg). Measurements include wheels and handles. Confirm on Spirit Airlines' website before you fly, as rules can change.