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.
Sun Country Airlines Carry-On Allowance
1 personal item: FREE
Standard carry-on bag:
- At the time of booking online: $30
- At the time of booking via the contact center: $38
- Online post-booking or during online check-in: $38
- Post-booking via the contact center: $38
- Purchased at the airport: $45
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.
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.
| First Bag | Second Bag | Third Bag |
Online at the time of booking | Up to $30 | $40 | $40 |
Post-booking online or during online check-in | $38 | $45 | $50 |
At the time of booking via the contact center | $38 | $45 | $50 |
Post-booking via the contact center | $40 | $50 | $60 |
At the airport | $45 | $50 | $60 |
Excess Baggage Fees
Oversized Bags
- 51-60 pounds (23-27 kg): +$20
- 61-100 pounds (27.7-45.4 kg): +$60
- 63+ linear inches (160 cm): $100
For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Sun Country Airline’s policy.
Can I Pre-Pay for Baggage?
Sun Country Airlines does allow passengers the ability to pre-pay luggage.
These are the ways you can pre-pay:
- 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.
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.
To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.
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Shutterstock and Sun Country Airlines
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