The short answer
- Personal item: free, up to 17 × 13 × 9 in (43 × 33 × 23 cm).
- Carry-on: About $30–$60, plus $10 at the gate, up to 24 × 16 × 11 in (61 × 41 × 28 cm), 35 lb max.
- Checked bag: first bag About $35–$59+; up to 50 lb (23 kg) and 62 linear inches.
- Sun Country base fare: Only travelers who bought the overhead bag option can use the bins. It is cheapest at booking; at the gate a $10 handling fee is added to the airport price.
Sun Country bag fees at a glance
| Bag | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Personal item | Free | 17 × 13 × 9 in |
| Carry-on bag | About $30–$60, plus $10 at the gate | 24 × 16 × 11 in |
| 1st checked bag | About $35–$59+ | Up to 50 lb / 23 kg |
| 2nd checked bag | Higher than the 1st bag | Up to 62 linear in |
| Overweight bag | 51–60 lb +$25, 61–70 lb +$50, 71–80 lb +$75, 81–90 lb +$100, 91–99 lb +$125. | |
| Oversize bag | 63+ linear in: $100. Over 80 in not accepted. |
Standard fees for Sun Country’s main routes as of our last check. Elite status, co-branded cards and some fares include bags.
Sun Country carry-on and personal item size
Personal item
Under the seat in front
- Maximum size
- 17 × 13 × 9 in43 × 33 × 23 cm
- Weight
- No published limit
- Cost
- Free on every fare
Carry-on bag
Overhead bin
- Maximum size
- 24 × 16 × 11 in61 × 41 × 28 cm
- Weight
- 35 lb (16 kg)
- Cost
- About $30–$60, plus $10 at the gate
Checked bags
Each checked bag can weigh up to 50 lb (23 kg) and measure up to 62 linear inches (158 cm), length + width + height. Sun Country Visa cardholders get 50% off the first bag when prepaid.
Sun Country base fare
Only travelers who bought the overhead bag option can use the bins. It is cheapest at booking; at the gate a $10 handling fee is added to the airport price.
Rules to know
- Prices rise from booking to My Trips, to the ticket counter, and are highest at the gate.
- The overhead bag must fit the sizer at the counter or gate; a prepaid bag that doesn’t fit is checked and may cost more.
- Active US military get a free carry-on and two free checked bags up to 100 lb.
- Sun Country is now owned by Allegiant (May 2026) but still sells and flies under its own name.
Will your bag fit Sun Country?
Measure your bag at its widest points. Most carry-on bags are 21–22.5 in tall with wheels.
Bags that fit Sun Country
- Best 22x14x9 Carry-On Luggage (Fits Every US Airline)A 22 × 14 × 9 in bag fits Sun Country’s carry-on limit.
- Best Carry-On Travel Backpacks35–45 L travel backpacks built to the carry-on limit.
- Best Personal Item Bags & Backpacks for PlanesSmaller backpacks for Sun Country’s personal item limit.
- Best Underseat LuggageSmall wheeled bags that go under the seat.
Sun Country compared with similar airlines
| Airline | Carry-on | Personal item | 1st checked bag | Checked weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Country | 24 × 16 × 11 inPaid61 × 41 × 28 cm | 17 × 13 × 9 in43 × 33 × 23 cm | About $35–$59+ | 50 lb23 kg |
| Allegiant | 22 × 16 × 10 inPaid55 × 40 × 25 cm | 18 × 14 × 8 in45 × 35 × 20 cm | Varies by route | 50 lb22 kg |
| Breeze Airways | 22 × 14 × 9 inPaid56 × 36 × 23 cm | 17 × 13 × 8 in43 × 33 × 20 cm | About $50–$75 | 50 lb23 kg |
| Frontier | 24 × 16 × 10 inPaid61 × 41 × 25 cm | 18 × 14 × 8 in46 × 36 × 20 cm | About $39–$89+ | 40 lb18 kg |
Frequently asked questions
What is Sun Country’s carry-on size?
24 × 16 × 11 in (61 × 41 × 28 cm) including wheels and handles. About $30–$60, plus $10 at the gate
How much is a checked bag on Sun Country?
First bag: About $35–$59+. Second bag: Higher than the 1st bag.
What is the weight limit for checked bags on Sun Country?
50 lb (23 kg) in economy. 51–60 lb +$25, 61–70 lb +$50, 71–80 lb +$75, 81–90 lb +$100, 91–99 lb +$125.