Sun Country Airlines Baggage Fees, Policy & Terms [Updated 2023]

Sun Country Airlines Baggage Fees and Policy (And Tips To Cover the Expenses)

- Updated: May 28, 2023, 10:14am CDT|

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Sun Country Airlines charges for everything but a personal item and the baggage fees depend on when and how you purchase your baggage. That said, there’s only $10 between purchasing a bag at the time of booking compared to at the airport, so it’s not the biggest difference that we’ve seen.

Table of contents

Sun Country Airlines Carry-on Allowance
Sun Country Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance
Excess Baggage Fees
- Oversized Bags
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Table of Contents

Sun Country Airlines Carry-on Allowance
Sun Country Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance
Excess Baggage Fees
- Oversized Bags
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Sun Country Airlines Carry-on Allowance

1 personal item: FREE
Standard carry-on bag:

At Time of Booking Online: From $30
Before Check-in Online: $45
At Time of Check-in Online: $45
Calling Reservations: $45
At Airport: $50

Size and Weight Restrictions

Personal: No weight limit disclosed and 17 x 13 x 9 inches (43 x 33 x 22.9 cm)
Carry-On: 35 pounds (15.9 kg) and 24 x 16 x 11 inches (61 x 40.5 x 28 cm)

Lap Infant Carry-on Policy

Infants are not permitted any carry-on allowance, so any items would need to be carried in the adult’s carry-on. 1 diaper bag is allowed per infant.

Stroller Check Policy

Passengers may check a stroller and/or a car seat free of charge either at the ticketing desk or at the gate.

Sun Country Airlines Checked Baggage Allowance

Individual checked bags may not exceed maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm) including handles and wheels. Checked bags can weigh a maximum of 50 pounds (23 kg) or will be subject to overweight fees.

Pricing below is representative of the fees you might see on your next Sun Country flight, but make sure to check the Bag Pricing calculator with your specific destinations for exact pricing.

	First Bag	Second Bag	Third Bag
At Time of Booking Online	$34	$40	$40
Before Check-in Online	$45	$45	$50
At Time of Check-in Online	$45	$45	$50
Calling Reservations	$45	$45	$50
At Airport	$50	$50	$60

Excess Baggage Fees

Oversized Bags

51 to 60 pounds (23 to 27 kg): +$20
61 to 100 pounds (27.7 to 45.4 kg): +$60
63+ linear inches (160 cm): $100
Special sporting equipment: $100

For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Sun Country Airline’s policy for Special and Restricted Items.

Exclusions and Waivers

Active U.S. Military: 3 free bags (2 checked and 1 overhead) are permitted. A valid Common Access Card (CAC) with “Uniformed Services” must be presented at the airport. Oversized bag fees are waived on the first 2 checked bags.
Sun Country Airlines® Visa Signature® Cardholders: 50% off the first bag when purchased online via the contact center.

Can I Prepay for Baggage?

Sun Country Airlines does allow passengers the ability to prepay luggage.

These are the ways you can prepay:

Log-in to your booking via the My Trips tab and add the number of bags that you would like to purchase.
Call the contact center at 651-905-2737.

Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

If you will be paying baggage fees for your Sun Country flight, use one of the cards below from Capital One to be reimbursed for the cost. Each recommended card allows you to redeem miles for 1 cent each as a statement credit against travel purchases made in the previous 90 days.

The information regarding the Sun Country Airlines® Visa Signature® Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Frequently asked questions

Do you get a free checked bag with Sun Country?

Only select passengers get free checked luggage with Sun Country Airlines. These include active U.S. military and Sun Country Airlines® Visa Signature® Cardholders. All other passengers must purchase luggage separately.

What is a personal item on Sun Country?

A personal item on Sun Country Airlines includes things such as a purse, backpack, duffel bag, or other item that fits under the seat in front of you and meets size restrictions of 17 x 13 x 9 inches (43 x 33 x 22.9 cm).

How much does it cost to check a bag on Sun Country Airlines?

Sun Country Airlines charges $30-$45 for the first checked bag with the fee depending on when and how the bag is purchased.

Does a backpack count as a personal item on Sun Country?

A backpack would count as a personal item providing it does not exceed the maximum size restrictions of 17 x 13 x 9 inches (43 x 33 x 22.9 cm).

14 comments

David Stewart November 11, 2020

Do you charge for medical devices (ie CPAP)?

Jarrod West November 11, 2020

Hi David,

You should not be charged extra for medical devices that fit within your luggage.

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- Tanya Redfield January 7, 2021
  
  Not in your luggage, but other airlines allow you to carry a cpap, medicines, etc, in a bag separate from allowable luggage. Does Sun Country also honor this?
  
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  - Catherine Luther January 8, 2021
    
    Hi Tanya,
    
    As we’re not Sun Country Airlines, we can’t confirm this for you. You’ll need to contact the airline directly to inquire.
    
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Katie December 21, 2020

If I want to upgrade from a carry on to a checked bag will I be charged a fee?

Jarrod West December 21, 2020

Hi Katie,

If you purchased the carry-on during booking, you might be charged a small fee to upgrade to a checked bag since you’d be doing so post-booking. I’d give Sun Country a call and ask, they might even be willing to waive the fee!

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andrea December 23, 2020

We will be traveling for baseball. What will we be charged for an equipment bag (I’m assuming a bat is considered a weapon).

Catherine Luther December 29, 2020

Hi Andrea,

Sun Country Airlines states that “Sport bags (baseball, softball, hockey, lacrosse, bowling, golf, dance, etc.) are considered bags and are subject to normal or additional bag charges.” Baggage fees depend on when you add them to your booking, so take a look at the table above for pricing.

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Peter Everts February 6, 2021

Is a small guitar(34”x11”x3”) allowed as a personal item carry-on to fit in the overhead, or is there a fee?

Jarrod West February 8, 2021

Hi Peter,

As long as the case of the guitar fits in the overhead bin then you should not be charged an extra fee.

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Carolynn Berg September 16, 2021

As we are traveling for a wedding in Florida, is there a place that we could hang a wedding garment at a special price?

Jarrod West September 16, 2021

Hi Carolynn,

I recommend you contact Sun Country directly for assistance with that at (651)-905-2711, as they will be able to tell you if they have a spot on their planes that can accommodate that.

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Shari February 17, 2022

My bag was lost on my flight today. There was no agent or office to talk to. I filed a claim online. Just wondering how long before I get to speak to anyone. It was a straight flight so hopefully it will be easy to find.

Jarrod West February 18, 2022

Hi Shari,

We are Upgraded Points, a website that publishes helpful travel information. We don’t have any affiliation with Sun Country Airlines, so I’m afraid we wouldn’t be able to tell you how long it will take to speak to someone, or assist with locating your bag. I hope they are able to find it for you soon though!

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