Volaris offers flexible fares for carry-on luggage. For travelers packing light, the Vuela Basic fare is the most cost-effective, including one standard cabin bag on domestic flights. Those needing more carry-on luggage can choose the Vuela Plus fare.
Volaris also provides a generous checked baggage allowance, with a standard allowance of one bag weighing up to 55 pounds (25 kg), which is 5 pounds more than the average airline.
Volaris Carry-On Allowance
Domestic Flights
Zero: 1 personal item
Basic: 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag
Plus: 1 personal item and 2 carry-on bags
Size and Weight Restrictions:
Zero:
The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.
Basic and Plus:
The combined weight of the personal item and carry-on bag must not exceed 44 pounds (20 kg).
The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.
Carry-on size: 22 x 16 x 10 inches (55.9 x 40.6 x 25.4 cm).
International Flights
Zero: 1 personal item
Basic: 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag
Plus: 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag
Size and Weight Restrictions:
Zero:
The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.
Basic and Plus:
The combined weight of the personal item and carry-on bag must not exceed 44 pounds (20 kg).
The personal item must fit under the seat in front of you.
Carry-on size: 22 x 16 x 10 inches (55.9 x 40.6 x 25.4 cm)
Carry-On Baggage Fees (Zero Fare Only)
First Carry-On Bag | Season | Domestic Routes | International routes between Mexico and U.S., and Mexico or U.S. to Central and South America | Within Central America and South America to Central America |
|---|---|---|---|---|
During Booking (Online and Call Center) | Low | Up to $870 | Up to $61 | Up to $47 |
High | Up to $910 | Up to $63 | Up to $47 | |
Preflight (Online, Call Center) | Low | Up to $925 | Up to $116.99 | Up to $104 |
High | Up to $925 | Up to $116.99 | Up to $104 | |
At the Airport | Low | Up to $800 | Up to $116.99 | Up to $104 |
High | Up to $800 | Up to $116.99 | Up to $104 | |
At the Airport or Boarding Gate | Low | Up to $800 | Up to $116.99 | Up to $104 |
High | Up to $800 | Up to $116.99 | Up to $104 |
Lap Infant Carry-On Policy
Volaris offers a Baby Combo package that allows you to bring a diaper bag on board weighing up to 22 pounds (10 kg) with dimensions of up to 9.8 x 15.7 x 15.7 inches (25 x 40 x 40 cm).
Stroller Check Policy
With the Baby Combo package, passengers receive priority boarding and can check a car seat and a collapsible stroller, which can be brought up to the aircraft doors.
Volaris Checked Baggage Allowance
Individually checked bags must not exceed the maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm), including handles and wheels, or weigh more than 55 pounds (25 kg).
Zero: 0 checked bags
Basic: 0 checked bags
Plus: 1 bag up to 55 pounds (25 kg)
Not sure what “maximum linear dimensions” means? It is the total of the length, width, and depth of a piece of luggage. For instance, a suitcase that is 26 inches long, 20 inches tall, and 16 inches deep has linear dimensions of 62 inches, which is the maximum for many airlines.
Additional Baggage Fees
Additional checked luggage can measure up to 62 inches (158 cm), including handles and wheels, and weigh up to 55 pounds (25 kg). Each passenger can check up to 5 bags.
Extra Checked Bags for Domestic Routes and Routes Between Central America
Moment | Season | Domestic Routes | Within Central America and South America to Central America |
|---|---|---|---|
During Booking (Online and Call Center) | Low | Up to MX$1,319 | Up to $204 |
High | Up to MX$1,560 | Up to $204 | |
Preflight (Online, Call Center, or at the Airport) | Low | Up to MX$1,365 | Up to $204 |
High | Up to MX$1,365 | Up to $204 | |
At the Airport or Boarding Gate | Low | Up to MX$1,200 | Up to $300 |
High | Up to MX$1,500 | Up to $300 |
Extra Checked Bags for Other International Routes
Moment | Routes | Price |
|---|---|---|
Booking | All routes except Central America to/from U.S.; Mexico to/from Central America; South America to/from U.S.; or South America to/from Mexico | Low: $143 High: $143 |
Routes between Central America and U.S. or South America and U.S. | Low: $264 High: $264 | |
Routes between Mexico and Central America or South America and Mexico | Low: $204 High: $204 | |
Preflight | All routes except Central America to/from U.S.; Mexico to/from Central America; South America to/from U.S.; or South America to/from Mexico | Low: $169 High: $169 |
Routes between Central America and U.S. or South America and U.S. | Low: $350.99 High: $350.99 | |
Routes between Mexico and Central America or South America and Mexico | Low: $220.99 High: $220.99 | |
Airport and Boarding Gate | All routes except Central America to/from U.S.; Mexico to/from Central America; South America to/from U.S.; or South America to/from Mexico | Low: $200 High: $200 |
Routes between Central America and U.S. or South America and U.S. | Low: $300 High: $300 | |
Routes between Mexico and Central America or South America and Mexico | Low: $300 High: $300 |
Excess Baggage Fees
Airport and Boarding Gate
Weight | Domestic Routes | International Routes | Within Central America and South America to Central America |
|---|---|---|---|
57 to 77 pounds (26 to 35 kg) | Low: Up to $800 High: Up to $1,000 | Low: Up to $100 High: Up to $150 | Low: Up to $80 High: Up to $100 |
79 to 101 pounds (36 to 46 kg) | Low: Up to $1,800 High: Up to $2,000 | Low: Up to $200 High: Up to $200 | Low: $180 High: $200 |
Volaris does not disclose fees for oversized luggage explicitly, but bags exceeding 62 linear inches may incur charges. To inquire about these fees, please contact Volaris directly.
For baggage fees related to special luggage such as sporting equipment and musical instruments, please refer to Volaris’ policy.
Exclusions and Waivers
Volaris INVEX 0, INVEX, and INVEX 2.0 Credit Cardholders:
Zero: Includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag up to 55 pounds (25 kg). The combined weight of the personal item and cabin bag must not exceed 44 pounds (20 kg).
Basic: Includes 1 checked bag up to 55 pounds (25 kg).
Plus: Includes 1 additional checked bag up to 55 pounds (25 kg) (77 pounds or 35 kg for INVEX and INVEX 2.0 cardholders).
Prepaying for Baggage
Volaris allows passengers to prepay for luggage online. To prepay, click the "My Trips" tab on the Volaris website, log in to your booking, and add the number of bags you wish to purchase.
Credit Cards That Reimburse Checked Bag Fees
If you need to pay for baggage on your Volaris flight, consider using one of the recommended credit cards below to be reimbursed for the cost. Each Capital One card listed allows you to redeem miles at 1 cent each as a statement credit against travel purchases made in the previous 90 days.