Sun Country Airlines Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Sun Country Airlines allows 1 free personal item, but charges for carry-on and checked bags. Checked bags start at $30-$40 when purchased during booking.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Sun Country Airlines (SY) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 24x16x11 inches, 35 lbs max |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item: 17x13x9 inches. Must fit under the seat. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | All fares: 0 bags included. Checked bags must be purchased. |
| First Bag Fee | $30-$40 at booking, $50 after booking, $55 at gate |
| Second Bag Fee | $45 at booking, $60 after booking, $65 at gate |
| Overweight Fee | $20 for 51-60 lbs, $60 for 61-99 lbs |
| Oversized Fee | $100 for bags over 62 linear inches |
| Max Weight | 23 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 157 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Ski, golf, fishing, hockey, bowling, lacrosse equipment count as standard checked bags. Surfboards, scuba gear, bicycles require $100 fee.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments fit under seat or overhead. Large instruments require purchased seat or checked bag fee.
International Rules
Bags 70+ lbs not accepted on flights to/from Canada, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. Max weight 100 lbs elsewhere.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Pay for bags during booking for lowest price. 2. Pack only a personal item for short trips. 3. Get the Sun Country Visa Signature Card for 50% off first bag. 4. Active military get 2 checked and 1 carry-on free.
Unique Nuances
Active U.S. military get 3 free bags (2 checked, 1 overhead) and oversized fees waived on first 2 checked bags. Sun Country Visa Signature cardholders get 50% off the first bag when purchased online pre-flight. Gate checking an overhead bag costs $55 plus a $10 gate handling fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Sun Country Airlines charge for checked bags?
- Sun Country Airlines charges $30-$40 at booking, $50 after booking, $55 at gate for the first checked bag and $45 at booking, $60 after booking, $65 at gate for the second bag.
- What is Sun Country Airlines's carry-on bag size limit?
- Sun Country Airlines carry-on allowance: 24x16x11 inches, 35 lbs max. 1 personal item: 17x13x9 inches. Must fit under the seat.
- Does Sun Country Airlines include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Sun Country Airlines does not include free checked bags in basic economy. All fares: 0 bags included. Checked bags must be purchased.
- What is Sun Country Airlines's overweight baggage fee?
- $20 for 51-60 lbs, $60 for 61-99 lbs
- Can I bring sports equipment on Sun Country Airlines?
- Ski, golf, fishing, hockey, bowling, lacrosse equipment count as standard checked bags. Surfboards, scuba gear, bicycles require $100 fee.
- What are Sun Country Airlines baggage fees?
- Sun Country Airlines baggage fees are $30-$40 at booking, $50 after booking, $55 at gate for the first checked bag and $45 at booking, $60 after booking, $65 at gate for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of $20 for 51-60 lbs, $60 for 61-99 lbs. Bags 70+ lbs not accepted on flights to/from Canada, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. Max weight 100 lbs elsewhere.