Large backpacks, small duffel bags, small suitcases and wheeled bags are considered carry-on. You can bring any one of these only if you have booked an Economy, Premium or Business bundle. Basic fare ticket holders can buy a carry-on. Purses, totes, briefcases or diaper bags are considered personal items. They are included in every passenger's ticket. Frontier will judge each personal item on its own. If the size is not appropriate you may have to pay a price for a personal item. Here is a look at what the size of carry-on and backpack should be under Frontier Airlines baggage policy.
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Personal item - 14x18x8 inches (including handles, wheels, and straps).
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Carry-on - Don’t worry if it measures 24x16x10 inches and easily fits in the overhead bin.
We appreciate your need to save your money on checking a bag. So we will help you understand the process of adding a cabin bag on Frontier in this Air1Network blog.
How to Add a Cabin Bag on Frontier?
Adding a cabin bag may require you to pay a fee of $25 if you call the Frontier agent for assistance. The baggage fee on Frontier Airlines you get at the boarding gate will be the highest. Active duty military passengers enjoy privelege. They will be able to bring one carry-on bag free of charge. Your ID will be verified before allowing the carry-on bag. Here is the process for adding a cabin at different points.
1. During initial booking:
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You get the option of adding a carry-on bag as an extra.
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If your fare includes a carry-on bag, it will be automatically selected.
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If it's not included, you can choose to add it during the Frontier Airlines (F9) booking process.
2. After Booking:
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Go to the "Manage Trip" section on website or app.
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Enter your last name and confirmation code.
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Find your booking and click on the "Add Baggage" button.
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Follow the prompts to select and pay for your carry-on bag.
3. At the Airport:
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You can also add a carry-on bag at the airport ticket counter or kiosk.
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Be aware that gate checking a carry-on bag can also incur extra fees.
You can check the baggage fee on Frontier airlines using the free bag price checker of Frontier website. Visit or contact Air1Network if you are uncertain about the charges you will pay for you luggage.
Is Frontier strict with backpacks?
An unexpected fee may be slapped on you if you are with a backpack on Frontier Airlines. A smaller one will be chargeless. The safer side requires you to do sizing. If it is larger than 14x18x8 inches, it will be considered a carry-on. Here are the possible consequences for you.
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Buy it at the boarding gate. – Prepare to pay $100 or more for your carry on.
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Buy it before check-in - Pay a fee of up to $60 for the carry on.
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Buy it at the airport kiosk or check-in counter - Pay a fee of up to $70.
Do I have to pay for a cabin bag on Frontier?
If you have booked a ticket with Basic fare, you will have to pay Frontier carry on bag price. Here are some passengers who do not have to pay the price.
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Passengers with Works bundle - Economy, Premium and Business bundle entitles you to bring one carry-on.
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Passengers with Perks bundle - A complimentary carry-on is allowed for passengers with Elite Gold.
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Active duty US military passengers - One carry-on is allowed free of charge.
Frontier carry on bag price can be up to $50 less. Visit or contact Air1Network to know the cheapest way to buy a cabin bag.
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