Sun Country Airlines Carry-On Size & Personal Item Rules (2025 Guide)

Quick Answer
✅ Sun Country allows 1 free personal item (17 x 13 x 9 in / 43 x 33 x 22 cm).
✈️ Standard carry-on bags (24 x 16 x 11 in / 61 x 40 x 28 cm) cost extra.
⚠️ Checked baggage also requires a fee unless bundled in your fare.


Details

  • Personal item (free):
  • 1 item up to 17 x 13 x 9 in (43 x 33 x 22 cm).
  • Must fit under the seat in front.
  • Carry-on bag (paid):
  • 1 bag up to 24 x 16 x 11 in (61 x 40 x 28 cm).
  • Stored in overhead bins.
  • Only included if purchased separately or with a bundle fare.
  • Weight limits:
  • No official weight limit, but you must be able to lift your bag into the bin.
  • Checked baggage:
  • Fees apply for all checked bags unless purchased in a bundle.
  • International flights:
  • Same rules apply across all routes.

Sun Country Carry-On Rules Summary

Bag TypeSize Limit (in/cm)Weight LimitNotes
Personal item17 x 13 x 9 (43 x 33 x 22)Free, under seat
Carry-on bag24 x 16 x 11 (61 x 40 x 28)Paid, overhead bin

How to Measure Your Bag for Sun Country Airlines

  1. Place your bag against a wall or flat surface.
  2. Measure height, width, and depth, including wheels, handles, and pockets.
  3. Compare with Sun Country’s limits:
  • Personal item: 17 x 13 x 9 in (43 x 33 x 22 cm).
  • Carry-on bag: 24 x 16 x 11 in (61 x 40 x 28 cm).
  1. If oversized, your bag will be checked for a fee.

Gotchas / Common Issues

  • ✈️ Basic fares: Only a personal item is included for free.
  • ✈️ Fees: Carry-ons and checked bags cost extra — often cheaper online than at the airport.
  • ✈️ Size enforcement: Overstuffed “personal items” often get charged as carry-ons.

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