Do you get a free carry-on with Frontier?

Do you get a free carry-on with Frontier? What is Frontier Airlines' (F9) carry-on baggage policy? Frontier Airlines (F9) allows 1 personal item (purse, briefcase, laptop bag) per passenger fee free. Carry-on baggage is not included as fee free. You may pay for carry-on baggage fees at the time of booking.

Can I get away with not paying for a carry-on Frontier?

If you purchase a basic fare, you will have to pay for your carry-on bag on Frontier flights. Elite members and passengers who purchased The WORKS or The PERKS fare receive a free carry-on bag in addition to their free personal item.

Do backpacks fly free on Frontier?

Can I bring a carry-on bag and a backpack at the same time on Frontier? Yes, but keep in mind that you'll have to pay for the carry-on bag. As long as your backpack fits the size and weight requirements, it's counted as your (one) free personal item.

How can I avoid paying carry-on fees?

Does Frontier really check bag size?

According to Frontier's website, your personal item will be checked during boarding and is subject to an additional charge if it's larger. Frontier will also weigh and measure your checked bags when you check in, so make sure your checked bags meet the size and weight requirements.

How strict is carry-on?

Carry-on bags must weigh less than 35 pounds and must not exceed 10 inches deep, 16 inches wide and 24 inches high. Bags must fit in the overhead bins.

How do you get away with a carry-on?

How to avoid Frontier bag fee?

Should I lock my carry-on?

This will help to deter theft and tampering. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recommends using a TSA-approved lock, which means that TSA agents can open it with a special key if they need to inspect your luggage. Here are some of the benefits of locking your luggage: It can deter theft.

Do I go straight to security if I have a carry-on?

Those with carry-on baggage only can head straight to security.

Can I bring a purse and a backpack on Frontier Airlines?

Passengers may board a Frontier flight with one small personal item, such as a purse, tote bag, computer bag, or small backpack. The maximum size for a personal item is 8 x 18 x 14 inches, including handles, straps, and wheels.

Can you bring a purse and backpack on Frontier for free?

Frontier allows you to bring one personal item for free, such as a purse, tote, briefcase, or a small backpack. The size of your personal item must not exceed 14 inches x 18 inches x 8 inches (height x width x depth), including handles, wheels, and straps. Your personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.

What if my carry-on is 1 inch too big?

Your bag will have to fit into the sizer for it to be approved as a carry-on. Having a flexible fabric bag is advantageous in this situation because you'll be able to squeeze it in even if it's slightly oversized. Usually, many airlines won't check every carry-on but will instead go for ones that look oversized.

Does a backpack count as a carry-on?

A backpack can be your carry on if it meets your airline's carry on size limits. A personal item is a smaller, secondary bag, which you'll stow under the seat in front of you. Read Carry Ons vs. Personal Items for more on the differences between the two.

What is the 3 1 1 rule?

You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.

Is deodorant part of TSA 3-1-1 rule?

Think the usuals, like shampoo, toothpaste, and aerosol or roll-on liquid deodorant (solid deodorant isn't regulated by the 3-1-1 rule). But here are some surprising items that the TSA prohibits in carry-on luggage.