| Item |
Guidelines |
Fees |
Carry-On/Checked Acceptance |
Limited Release Required |
| Alcoholic Beverages, Liquor |
May be transported when in sealed retail packaging. Alcoholic beverages may not exceed 70% alcohol by volume. Alcohol and content is subject to customs limitations.
Limit: 5 liters per passenger. Beer and wine containing 24% alcohol by volume or less are not regulated, except by international customs, and can be transported without restriction.
Carry-on Restrictions: May only be carried on board following TSA liquid restrictions or when purchased on the concourse after clearing the security checkpoint. Connecting passengers who leave the sterile area must place alcohol exceeding TSA liquid restrictions in checked baggage prior to returning through the screening checkpoint.
NOTE: Personal Alcoholic Beverages may not be consumed onboard the aircraft. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Ammunition |
A maximum of 11 pounds is accepted in checked baggage per passenger. Ammunition must be packaged in the manufacturer's original container or equivalent.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in.
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Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
No |
| Antlers |
Antlers or horns must be free of residue; points must be covered and protected.
Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted.
The following limits for length apply based on aircraft type:
Airbus 319/320: 109 in
Airbus 318: 109 in
Embraer: 96 in
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in.
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USD 100 |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes |
| Archery (Bows and Arrows) |
One bag which may include bows, arrows, and a maintenance kit. Items must be enclosed in a container of sufficient strength to protect the bow, quiver, and arrows from accidental damage. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Artwork |
Pictures, drawings, statues, models, souvenirs, curios, trophies, and similar articles. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Baby Items — Essential |
Diaper bag, stroller. Refer to Child Restraint systems for information on Car Seat and Restraint devices.
Refer to Strollers for more information on child mobility. |
Exempt item when traveling with the infant, no fees apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
Baby Items —
Non-Essential |
Playpen |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Batteries |
Frontier accepts spillable (wet cell) and non-spillable (dry cell) batteries. Refer to Traveling with Wheelchairs for more information. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable.
Items transported to power a medical assistive device, including wheelchairs, are exempt from all fees. |
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| Bicycles |
Non-motorized touring or racing bicycles with single seats. Bicycles must have the handlebars fixed sideways and the pedals removed and encased in a protective, durable case or box. Pedals do not need to be removed if wrapped in plastic foam or similar material.
Items which exceed 99.9 lbs or 109 linear inches will not be accepted.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased.
Overweight charges apply if item is 50 lbs or more.
Oversize charges do not apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Bike, Ball Pumps |
Metal floor pumps and gauges accepted. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
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| Blood, Biological Substances, Organs, Tissues |
May be accepted through Cargo only depending on origin and destination routing.
Passengers may contact Cargo Sales for shipping rates and packaging requirements at 800-394-2158. |
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Boogie Boards,
Wake Boards |
The skeg fin must be encased in protective material.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Bowling Equipment |
Bowling balls & shoes. Bowling equip is subject to excess, oversize, & overweight. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
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| Camping Equipment |
Tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, or knapsacks.
NOTE: Propane tanks and Sternos are not accepted. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Refer to www.tsa.gov for permitted and prohibited items list. |
No |
| Ceramics, Chinaware, Glass |
Pots, statues, bowls, dishes, glasses or other containers made of clay hardened by heat; earthenware, crockery, ornaments made of porcelain or baked clay and items made of or containing glass and similar articles. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Child Restraint Systems |
Car seats and Frontier-approved child harnesses (AMSafe Aviation C.A.R.E.S.) with air-travel-approved Department of Transportation (DOT) labels.
NOTE: If no label, the item may be checked only. Booster seats may not be used during take-off and landing but may be used during flight. |
Exempt item, no fees apply. |
Yes, when checked |
| Compressed Air Cylinders |
Cylinders for gas or liquid accepted when regulator valves are completely removed to allow for visual inspection inside the container. Cylinders of oxygen/CO2/NO2 are not allowed.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
No |
| Coolers |
Coolers containing food items and dry ice. Dry ice may be used as a refrigerant only. The cooler or package must permit the release of carbon dioxide gas. Styrofoam containers and ice made from water are not accepted. Refer to Dry Ice for more information.
NOTE: Frontier is not liable for items transported in the cooler. Refer to Food Items. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes;
Cooler only |
| Crematory Remains |
Crematory remains (human or animal) may be transported under certain conditions.
- The container must be made of a material such as wood or plastic that can be successfully screened by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
- TSA will not open the container under any circumstances.
- If the container cannot be screened, it will not be allowed.
- If the urn is checked, it must be sufficiently packaged in a well-insulated and sturdy container.
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Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
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| Disabling devices |
Pepper spray, bear spray, mace, or any item containing an irritant or incapacitating substance are accepted in limited quantities.
One item 4 oz. or less with a locking cap that prevents accidental discharge. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes; One item 4 oz. or less with a locking cap that prevents accidental discharge.
Carry-on: No |
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| Dry Ice (Carbon Dioxide, solid) |
Accepted in limited quantities as follows:
- Checked: Maximum 5.5 lbs of dry ice per passenger
- Carry-on: Maximum 5.5 lbs of dry ice per passenger
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in.
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Fee:
Checked: a fee of USD 50 applies per checked bag containing dry ice. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes, maximum of 5.5 lbs of dry ice per passenger. |
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| Electronics, Photographic, Mechanical Items |
All video and audio devices including but not limited to: televisions, radios, stereo equipment, video camcorders, DVD players/recorders and accessories; computer equipment (laptop, CPU, monitor, etc.); typewriters, hair dryers, sewing machines, and specialized equipment. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Fencing Equipment |
One bag which may include swords, mask, outfit and shoes, cables, screwdriver (or toolkit), electricity tester, gloves, and breast plate, or cup protector. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Firearms |
Handguns, shot guns, BB guns, compressed air guns, paintball guns, etc. Frontier does not accept fully automatic weapons. Refer to Equipment and Firearms for more information.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
No |
| Fireworks |
Not accepted. |
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| Fishing Equipment |
One bag which may include rods, reels, landing nets, fishing boots and tackle box.
NOTE: Contents in tackle boxes are not accepted as carry-on. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Food Items |
Raw or cooked meat, seafood, game, dried goods and beverages. See also Coolers in this chart. May only be carried on board following TSA liquid restrictions or when purchased on the concourse after clearing the security check point.
NOTE: Frontier is not liable for damage or spoilage of food items. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
no |
| Golf Equipment |
One bag which may include golf clubs and shoes.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased.
Overweight charges apply if item is 50 lbs or more.
Oversize charges do not apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Hang Gliding Equipment |
One hang glider per ticketed passenger.
Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted.
The following limits for length apply based on aircraft type:
Airbus 319/320: 15 ft
Airbus 318: 11 ft
Embraer: 8 ft
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes |
| Hockey Equipment |
One item which may include a hockey stick, pads, uniform and equipment. Hockey sticks may be checked separately from the equipment bag, but still count as one item
One equipment bag and one hockey stick (or two hockey sticks if bound together) packed separately = one item |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Refer to www.tsa.gov for permitted and prohibited items list. |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Household Articles |
Lamps, lamp shades, furniture, and items of similar nature. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Human Remains |
May be accepted through Cargo only depending on origin and destination routing.
Passengers may contact Cargo Sales for shipping rates and packaging requirements at 800-394-2158. |
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| Kayak & Canoe |
One kayak or canoe, with paddles.
Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted.
The following limits for length apply based on aircraft type:
Airbus 319/320: 15 ft
Airbus 318: 11 ft
Embraer: 8 ft
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked:Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes |
| Knee Defenders |
Knee Defenders inhibit seats from reclining and are prohibited for use onboard |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
No |
| Lighters and Matches |
Lighters and matches are accepted in limited quantities per TSA guidelines. Lighters with flammable liquid reservoir containing absorbed liquid fuel (i.e. Zippos) are not accepted. "Strike Anywhere" matches are not accepted. |
No fee if packed within checked baggage. |
Refer to www.tsa.gov for permitted and prohibited items list. |
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| Lithium Batteries |
Lithium batteries may be accepted under the following conditions:
Checked: No loose batteries may be accepted. Batteries must be installed in a device when packed in a checked bag.
Carry-On: A limit of two loose lithium batteries may be transported in carry-on baggage when stored in zip top plastic bags, original retail packing, or when the terminals are protected with non-conductive tape or when installed within electronic devices. For lithium metal batteries, the battery weight must be 2 grams or less per battery. For lithium-ion batteries, the battery weight must be 8 grams or less per battery. |
N/A |
Checked: Yes, if installed in a device.
Carry-on: Yes, under certain conditions. |
No |
| Live Animals |
Certain animals are acceptable to carry onboard the aircraft within the U.S. and to or from some international destinations. Refer to Traveling with Pets for more information.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Carry-on:
USD 75 or 125 based on fare option purchased |
Carry-on: Yes
Checked: No |
No |
| Live Fish |
Not accepted |
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| Media Equipment |
Amplifiers, speakers, or similar articles. To carry these items onto the aircraft, refer to Rule 215 — Cabin Seat Baggage for more information.
Weight limits apply based on aircraft type as follows:
Airbus: 100 lbs
Embraer 190: 80 lbs
Embraer 145: 170 lbs |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes, if meets carry-on dimensions of 9.5” in height x 15.5” in width x 24” in length |
Yes |
| Medical Devices |
Syringes, needles, medication, etc. |
Exempt item, no fees apply. |
Refer to www.tsa.gov for permitted and prohibited items list |
No |
| Musical Instruments — Small |
Musical instruments such as guitars, violins, cymbals, etc.
NOTE: We will not remove passenger baggage to make room nor will we provide special boarding. The musical instrument must fit into available space at the time of boarding; otherwise, the item will be gate checked and delivered to the jetbridge at the next stop. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes. It may exceed the carry-on baggage dimensions as long as it fits into the overhead bin. |
Yes |
| Musical Instruments — Large |
Large musical instruments such as cellos, which will not fit into the overhead bin may only be carried on board the aircraft if a seat is purchased. Refer to Rule 215 in the Contract of Carriage — Cabin Seat Baggage for more information.
Weight limits apply based on aircraft type as follows:
Airbus: 100 lbs
Embraer 190: 80 lbs
Embraer 145: 170 lbs
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Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes, if a seat is purchased |
Yes |
| Organs or Tissue from a Human or Animal |
May be accepted through Cargo only depending on origin and destination.
Passengers may contact Frontier Cargo for shipping rates and packaging requirements at 800-394-2158. |
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| Oxygen Concentrator; Portable (POC) |
Approved brands of battery-powered POCs are accepted for onboard use and transport on Frontier flights.
NOTE: Non-approved portable oxygen concentrators may be accepted for transport but may not be used onboard.
Refer to Lithium Batteries for more information. |
Exempt item, no fees apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Oxygen Generators |
Not accepted. |
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| Paint |
Not Accepted.
Includes, water and oil based paint, liquid, gel, or aerosol, flammable and non-flammable paint, turpentine, paint thinner, and spray paint. |
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| Paintball Guns |
Refer to Equipment and Firearms for more information. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
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| Parachutes |
Not accepted if parachute has an explosive device to deploy the chute. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not properly packaged or protected. |
| Perishables |
Flowers, plants, food, medicine, and similar articles are accepted for domestic transport. Refer to Dry Ice (Carbon Dioxide, solid) for more information. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Pole (Pole Vault) |
Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted.
The following limits for length apply based on aircraft type:
Airbus 319/320: 15 ft
Airbus 318: 11 ft
Embraer: 8 ft
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes |
| Scuba Gear |
One bag which may include fins, mask, knife, snorkel, regulator, safety vest, spear gun, pressure gauge, tank harness, empty scuba tank (with the regulator valve completely removed).
NOTE 1: Smaller items such as fins, mask, or snorkel may be packed within the passenger's standard baggage.
NOTE 2: Knife and spear gun must be checked
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Segway Transporters |
Frontier accepts Segways powered by Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries as assistive devices only. Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)powered Segways are not accepted for transport under any circumstances.
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Assistive devices are exempt from all fees. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
No |
| Self Heating Meals or Drinks |
Not accepted. |
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| Skates |
Ice skates or roller skates. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
No |
| Skateboard |
Cannot accept skateboards with hazmat stickers. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
No |
| Ski Equipment — Snow and Water |
One item which may include skis, ski poles, and ski boots. One pair of boots (in a boot bag) may be checked separately from the ski bag, but still count as one item as long as the boot bag does not exceed 25 pounds. If the boot bag is over 25 pounds, it will be considered a second bag.
For example:
- One ski bag and one pair of boots (under 25 pounds) = one item
- One piece of luggage, one ski bag and one pair of boots = two items
- One ski bag and one boot bag over 25 pounds = two items
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in.
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Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. If the boot bag is over 25 pounds, it is charged as a second bag and the fee is based on the Fare Option purchased.
Overweight charges apply if item is 50 lbs or more.
Oversize charges do not apply |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes; Boots only |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Sleep Apnea Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP) Machines |
When the unit contains an oxygen cylinder, the canister must be empty and the regulator valve removed. Electrical power is not available onboard the aircraft. |
Exempt item, no fees apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Snowboard |
One item which may include one snowboard, one set of bindings, and one pair of boots. One pair of boots (in a boot bag) may be checked separately from the snowboard, but still count as one item as long as the boot bag does not exceed 25 pounds. If the boot bag is over 25 pounds, it will be considered a second bag.
For example:
- One snowboard bag and one pair of boots = one item
- One piece of luggage, one snowboard and one pair of boots = two items
- One snowboard and one boot bag over 25 pounds = two items
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in.
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Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. If the boot bag is over 25 pounds, it is charged as a second bag and the fee is based on the Fare Option purchased.
Overweight charges apply if item is 50 lbs or more.
Oversize charges do not apply |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes; Boots only |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Sporting/Recreational Equipment |
Lacrosse sticks, tennis rackets, oars, paddles javelin, pool cues or bowling equipment. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Refer to www.tsa.gov for permitted and prohibited items list. |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Strollers |
Child mobility devices. |
Exempt item, no fees apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes |
| Styrofoam Containers |
Not accepted. |
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| Surfboards, Wave Skis, Kite Boards |
One item includes one surfboard, one wave ski, or one kite board. The skeg fin must be encased in protective material.
Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted.
The following limits for length apply based on aircraft type:
Airbus 319/320: 15 ft
Airbus 318: 11 ft
Embraer: 8 ft
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Tools |
Knives, scissors, wine openers, screw drivers, multi-purpose tools, etc.
May only be transported in checked baggage. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Refer to www.tsa.gov for permitted and prohibited items list. |
No |
| Ventilator or Respirator |
Ventilators or respirators may be checked or carried onboard. Carry-on: Electrical power is not available onboard the aircraft. Refer to Batteries for more information. |
Exempt item, no fees apply. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: Yes |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |
| Windsurfing |
One bag which may include one windsurfing board, one wooden boom, one mast, and one sail.
Items which exceed 99.9lbs will not be accepted.
The following limits for length apply based on aircraft type:
Airbus 319/320: 15 ft
Airbus 318: 11 ft
Embraer: 8 ft
Allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. |
Bag fees, including excess, are charged based on fare option purchased. Overweight and oversize fees are charged if applicable. |
Checked: Yes
Carry-on: No |
Yes, if not packaged in a hard-sided case |