Carry On

This airline stopped flying on May 2, 2026. The limits are kept here for reference only.

Spirit Airlines personal item size

The Spirit Airlines personal item size limit is 18 × 14 × 8 in (45.7 × 35.6 × 20.3 cm). It must fit under the seat in front of you. Enter your bag below to check.

Carry-on limit
22 × 18 × 10 in
55.9 × 45.7 × 25.4 cm
Personal item limit
18 × 14 × 8 in
45.7 × 35.6 × 20.3 cm
Weight limit
No published weight limit
Carry-on on the cheapest fare
Carry-on is a paid add-on, not in the base fare

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Measure the outside of the bag, packed, including wheels, handles and pockets.

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Rules to know

  • This airline stopped flying on May 2, 2026. The limits are kept here for reference only.
  • Dimensions include wheels, handles and outside pockets.
  • A carry-on bag is not included in the base fare. You pay to add one, and it costs most at the gate.
  • Gate staff use a bag sizer and enforce the limit. Bags that do not fit are charged at the gate.

A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag fits within the Spirit Airlines carry-on limit.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a personal item on Spirit Airlines?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. The published limit is 18 × 14 × 8 in (45.7 × 35.6 × 20.3 cm).

Is a carry-on free on Spirit Airlines?

No. The base fare includes a personal item only. A carry-on is a paid extra, cheapest when added at booking.

What is the Spirit Airlines hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on is a paid add-on, not in the base fare. The cabin bag limit is 22 × 18 × 10 in (55.9 × 45.7 × 25.4 cm), and you can also bring a personal item up to 18 × 14 × 8 in (45.7 × 35.6 × 20.3 cm).

How strict is Spirit Airlines about carry-on size?

Spirit Airlines uses bag sizers at the gate and enforces the 22 × 18 × 10 in (55.9 × 45.7 × 25.4 cm) limit. A bag that does not fit the sizer is charged at the gate rate, which is the highest fee.

Do wheels and handles count toward the Spirit Airlines carry-on size?

Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.

Is there a weight limit for Spirit Airlines carry-on bags?

No. Spirit Airlines does not publish a carry-on weight limit, but you must be able to lift the bag into the overhead bin without help.

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Spirit Airlines baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy