The short answer
- Personal item: free, up to 17.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in (45 × 35 × 20 cm).
- Carry-on: Up to $102 Mexico–US at booking, $180 at the gate, up to 22 × 16 × 10 in (55 × 40 × 25 cm), 22 lb max.
- Checked bag: first bag Up to $180 Mexico–US at booking; up to 55 lb (25 kg) and 62 linear inches.
- Volaris Zero & Flex: Zero includes only a personal item. Flex lets you pick one bag or seat benefit: a carry-on, a 15 kg checked bag or a standard seat. Plus includes a carry-on and a 25 kg checked bag.
Volaris bag fees at a glance
| Bag | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Personal item | Free | 17.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in |
| Carry-on bag | Up to $102 Mexico–US at booking, $180 at the gate | 22 × 16 × 10 in |
| 1st checked bag | Up to $180 Mexico–US at booking | Up to 55 lb / 25 kg |
| 2nd checked bag | Up to $144 Mexico–US at booking | Up to 62 linear in |
| Overweight bag | Over the included weight: up to $180–$276 Mexico–US by weight band. Max 45 kg per bag. | |
| Oversize bag | Max 158 linear cm; sports equipment up to 280 cm. |
Standard fees for Volaris’s main routes as of our last check. Elite status, co-branded cards and some fares include bags.
Volaris carry-on and personal item size
Personal item
Under the seat in front
- Maximum size
- 17.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in45 × 35 × 20 cm
- Weight
- No published limit
- Cost
- Free on every fare
Carry-on bag
Overhead bin
- Maximum size
- 22 × 16 × 10 in55 × 40 × 25 cm
- Weight
- 22 lb (10 kg)
- Cost
- Up to $102 Mexico–US at booking, $180 at the gate
Checked bags
Each checked bag can weigh up to 55 lb (25 kg) and measure up to 62 linear inches (158 cm), length + width + height. The Flex fare can include a 15 kg (33 lb) checked bag; Plus includes one 25 kg (55 lb) bag. Fees are published as “up to” amounts.
Volaris Zero & Flex
Zero includes only a personal item. Flex lets you pick one bag or seat benefit: a carry-on, a 15 kg checked bag or a standard seat. Plus includes a carry-on and a 25 kg checked bag.
Rules to know
- The carry-on is limited to 10 kg, and carry-on plus personal item together can’t exceed 20 kg.
- Bags are cheapest when added at booking and most expensive at the airport and gate.
- Volaris INVEX credit cardholders and companions get extra baggage free.
Will your bag fit Volaris?
Measure your bag at its widest points. Most carry-on bags are 21–22.5 in tall with wheels.
Bags that fit Volaris
- Best 22x14x9 Carry-On Luggage (Fits Every US Airline)A 22 × 14 × 9 in bag fits Volaris’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 Volaris’s personal item limit.
- Best Underseat LuggageSmall wheeled bags that go under the seat.
Volaris compared with similar airlines
| Airline | Carry-on | Personal item | 1st checked bag | Checked weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volaris | 22 × 16 × 10 inPaid55 × 40 × 25 cm | 17.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in45 × 35 × 20 cm | Up to $180 Mexico–US at booking | 55 lb25 kg |
| Qatar Airways | 20 × 15 × 10 in50 × 37 × 25 cm | Not publishedMust fit under the seat | Included (20 kg+ or 1 × 23 kg) | 50 lb23 kg |
| Aeromexico | 21.6 × 15.7 × 9.8 in55 × 40 × 25 cm | Not publishedMust fit under the seat | From $30 Mexico–US (Basic), more in peak season | 55 lb25 kg |
| Emirates | 21.6 × 14.9 × 8.6 in55 × 38 × 22 cm | Not publishedMust fit under the seat | Included (20–35 kg or 1–2 × 23 kg) | 50 lb23 kg |
Frequently asked questions
What is Volaris’s carry-on size?
22 × 16 × 10 in (55 × 40 × 25 cm) including wheels and handles. Up to $102 Mexico–US at booking, $180 at the gate
How much is a checked bag on Volaris?
First bag: Up to $180 Mexico–US at booking. Second bag: Up to $144 Mexico–US at booking.
What is the weight limit for checked bags on Volaris?
55 lb (25 kg) in economy. Over the included weight: up to $180–$276 Mexico–US by weight band. Max 45 kg per bag.