Frontier Carry-On Size 2026: 24 x 16 x 10 in, 35 lb and Why It Is a Paid Bag
On Frontier only the personal item is free. The big carry-on is a paid bag.
14×18×8
inches (H × W × D), free personal item
24×16×10
inches, paid carry-on
35 lb
carry-on weight limit
62 in / 40 lb
checked bag
| Size | Weight | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🎒 Personal item | 14 × 18 × 8 in | not stated | Free |
| 🧳 Carry-on | 24 × 16 × 10 in | up to 35 lb | Paid or in a bundle |
| 📦 Checked bag | 62 linear in | up to 40 lb | Paid |
📏 The personal item gets measured
Frontier says personal item size is checked at boarding. An item over 14 × 18 × 8 inches is charged.
🎁 Bundles that include the carry-on
💺
Economy: personal item and a carry-on
🚀
Premium: adds Board First
💼
Business: adds two 50 lb checked bags
⏱️ When you pay matters
Frontier says to add the bag when you book for the best price, and that airport prices are higher. Exact amounts are in its Bag Price Checker, so no price is quoted here.
⚖️ Heavy checked bags
⚠️
41 to 50 lb: $75
⚠️
51 to 99 lb: $129 on tickets from April 4, 2026 ($100 before)
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Over 100 lb: not accepted
More: Frontier baggage allowance.
❓ Quick answers
Is the Frontier carry-on free?
No, only the personal item is free.
Checked October 2026 on the airline’s own website. Rules change; confirm for your ticket before you fly.