Sunwing Airlines is a great choice for snagging a flight abroad without breaking the bank.
But like all budget airlines, there are a few trade offs especially when it comes to baggage.
Here’s everything you need to know about Sunwing’s baggage allowance, including carry-on, checked, and excess baggage fees.
Sunwing Carry-on Baggage
How Strict Is Sunwing With Carry-On?
All Sunwing passengers are allowed to bring one carry-on item plus one personal item into the cabin. Here are the limits:
- Weight: Up to 5 kilograms (11 lbs)
- Size: Must not exceed 23 cm x 40 cm x 51 cm (9″ x 16″ x 20″)
Acceptable Personal Items:
- Purse
- Messenger bag
- Laptop bag (with laptop and accessories)
- Camera bag (with camera equipment only)
Note: Carry-on bags that exceed the allowed weight or size will need to be checked, and excess baggage fees will apply. Carry-on items can include overnight bags or backpacks.
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Sunwing Checked Baggage Allowance
Checked baggage weight, size and charges
Flights within Canada and to/from the United States (excluding cruise packages)
| Baggage Type | Weight Limit | Size Limit | Regular Fee | Elite Plus Fee | Pre-purchased Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Checked Bag | Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Up to 30 kg (65 lbs) for Elite Plus | 158 cm (L + W + H) | $26.25 | $26.25 | $21.00 |
| 2nd Checked Bag | Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) | 158 cm | $36.75 | $36.75 | $31.50 |
| Overweight/Oversized (23–32 kg, 159–292 cm) | Not accepted if exceeding limits | $78.75 | $78.75 | N/A | |
| 3rd or More Bags | Up to 23 kg | 158 cm | $210.00 | $210.00 | N/A |
Flights as part of a Sunwing Vacations package (excluding United States)
| Baggage Type | Weight Limit | Size Limit | Regular Fee | Elite Plus Fee | Pre-purchased Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Checked Bag | Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Up to 30 kg for Elite Plus | 158 cm | FREE | FREE | N/A |
| 2nd Checked Bag | Up to 23 kg | 158 cm | $36.75 | $36.75 | $31.50 |
| Overweight / Oversized | Not accepted if exceeding limits | $78.75 | $78.75 | N/A | |
| 3rd or More Bags | Up to 23 kg | 158 cm | $210.00 | $210.00 | N/A |
Flights as part of a Sunwing Vacations cruise package
| sunwing Checked Baggage Info | Maximum Weight per bag | Maximum Dimensions per bag | Regular Fee/ each direction | Elite Plus Fee/ each direction | Pre-purchased Baggage Allowance/ each direction |
| 1st checked bag | Up to 23 kilograms (50 lbs) Up to 30 kilograms (65 lbs) for Elite Plus | 158 linear cm or 62″ (L + H + W) | FREE | FREE | N/A |
| 2nd checked bag | Up to 23 kilograms (50 lbs) | 158 linear cm or 62″ (L + H + W) | $36.75 $35 + $1.75 GST | $36.75 $35 + $1.75 GST | $31.50 $30 + $1.50 GST |
| *Overweight and/or oversized bags | 23 kg – 32 kg (51 lbs to 70 lbs) | 159 to 292 linear cm (63 to 115 linear inches) If your bag exceeds the maximum allowable weight and/or dimensions it will not be accepted. | $78.75/ per bag $75 + $3.75 GST | $78.75/ per bag $75 + $3.75 GST | N/A |
| 3rd or more checked bag | Up to 23 kilograms (50 lbs) | 158 linear cm or 62″ (L + H + W) | $210/ per bag $200 + $10 GST | $210/ per bag $200 + $10 GST | N/A |
Flights To/From Mexico, Caribbean & Central America
| Baggage Type | Weight Limit | Size Limit | Regular Fee | Elite Plus Fee | Pre-purchased Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Checked Bag | Up to 23 kg Up to 30 kg for Elite Plus | 158 cm | $26.25 | $26.25 | $21.00 |
| 2nd Checked Bag | Up to 23 kg | 158 cm | $36.75 | $36.75 | $31.50 |
| Overweight/Oversized | Not accepted if exceeding limits | $78.75 | $78.75 | N/A | |
| 3rd or More Bags | Up to 23 kg | 158 cm | $210.00 | $210.00 | N/A |
Sunwing Excess Baggage
For all flights, excess baggage (between 23 kg and 32 kg, or 159–292 cm) is charged $78.75 per bag ($75 + $3.75 GST).
Bags exceeding these limits will not be accepted.
Sunwing Restricted Items
For safety reasons, the following are not allowed on any Sunwing flight:
- Weapons: Firearms, toy / replica guns, starter pistols, slingshots, bows, harpoons
- Stun Devices: Tasers, batons, animal stunners
- Chemicals / Sprays: Mace, pepper spray, tear gas, acid sprays
- Blunt Objects: Baseball bats, clubs, martial arts equipment
- Explosives: Ammunition, flares, fireworks, blasting caps
- Compressed Gases: CO₂ cartridges
- Powders / Granules (350ml+): Baby powder, bath salts, cooking powder, sand
Tip: For more details on what you can take in checked baggage, in this post.
Final Thoughts
Traveling with Sunwing can be a great way to save on airfare, but it’s important to be well-prepared especially when it comes to baggage.
Their policies may be stricter than other airlines, but with a little planning, you can avoid any last-minute surprises or extra fees.
Take a few minutes to double check your bag’s size and weight before heading to the airport, and consider pre purchasing your baggage allowance to save money.
A smooth check-in experience starts with knowing the rules and now you do.
I hope this helps
Happy travels
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Disclosure:All information is pulled from The airline websites as a resource. Airline websites are the authority and can change at any time. For the latest information please visit the Airline website : www.sunwing.ca
