What are the Baggage Restrictions for Frontier Airlines?

There are certain items that have been kept in 'fragile & special' category. You may be required to check them. You will have to follow the special instructions of the airline on these items. Moreover, Frontier may not be liable for damage to such items. Besides baggage restrictions for Frontier Airlines, you will have to remember the size limit of check-in and carry-on bags.

·         Check-in bag size - 62 inches should be the sum of the dimensions. Sporting items and musical instruments exceeding this limit will have to be checked at the gate.

·         Carry-on bag size - 24x16x10 inches should be the maximum size. Sporting items or musical instruments of this size may be permitted. 

Baggage restrictions may change over time depending on security threats. As of now, liquids, aerosols and gels have to be packed according to TSA guidelines for security clearance. Our HolidayGlobes blog will give you further details on baggage restrictions for Frontier Airlines.

Can you Bring Liquids on Frontier Airlines?

Yes, you can bring liquids on Frontier in both checked and carry-on bags. But on Frontier Airlines liquid carry will require you to follow the guidelines. Semi-liquid substances like lotions, gels, shaving creams, or toothpastes are covered in the guidelines. To carry semi-liquid items like these on Frontier, they must be packed according to the 3-1-1 rule of TSA. Only 3.4 ounces is allowed in each container. Here are a few things you must remember about Frontier Airlines liquid carry.

·         Baby formula and baby food will be allowed if you have an infant in the booking.

·         Beverages containing 70% or more alcohol will not be allowed in carry-on or checked bags.

·         If you have a lighter with a flammable liquid reservoir containing absorbed liquid fuel, it will not be accepted.

·         Any kind of paint, including water and oil-based paint, will not be accepted.

·         Medicine in the form of liquid, aerosol or gel may be allowed if it is for personal use.

You may be able to purchase a TSA PreCheck. It gives you exemption from disclosing the liquid items you are carrying with you during security screening. For details you can call Frontier or HolidayGlobes on +1 (801)-401-9000 or +1-888-595-2181.

What are the Rules for a Carry-on Bag on Frontier Airlines?

You may have to check a carry-on bag exceeding the size and weight allowed on the airline. Passengers boarding with carry-on over the permitted size or weight will have to check it at the gate. You may have to pay charges of up to $95 for checking your carry-on. Here are a few more things you must remember when you choose Frontier Airlines for carry on size.

·         Liquids, aerosols and gels must be packed in 3.4 ounces or 100ml containers in a transparent quart-sized plastic resealable packet.

·         Batteries from smart bags and other items must be removed and kept in carry-on before checking.

Duty-free goods including liquid items may be allowed in carry-on, but there are packaging instructions to follow. You may call the airline or HolidayGlobes +1-(801)-401-9000 or +1-888-595-2181 to know the rules of packaging duty-free goods.

What is Southwest Airlines' liquid policy?

Security threats have put airlines on high alert. Because Southwest wants to avert any incident leading to injuries, you will have to follow special instructions on certain items. Liquids, aerosols and gels should be carried according to Southwest Airlines liquid policy. Here are a few myths about liquid policy and the reality.

·       Hand-sanitizers will be permitted. - All liquid or semi-liquid items, including hand-sanitizers, conditioners and shampoos will be put under scrutiny. 

·         Canned food will be permitted - They may also be put through additional screening.

·         Baby formula & baby food will not be allowed - A passenger along with an infant can bring them.

·         Eye drops will not be allowed - Only a limited quality will be allowed.

Our HolidayGlobes blog will offer you a closer look at how liquid policy of Southwest lets you travel with liquid items which may be deemed necessary.

How many 3 oz Bottles can you Take on a plane?

You can bring as many 3-ounce (or smaller) bottles of liquids as can fit into a single, quart-sized, clear, resealable bag, as per the TSA's 3-1-1 rule. Up to 6 to 9 small bottles may be allowed depending on their shape and how you pack them. Here is what the 3 1 1 rule on Southwest International Flights entails for passengers.

·         Container size - Each container must be 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less.

·         Bag size - All containers must fit into one 20cmx20cm, clear, resealable bag.

·         One bag per passenger - Only one 20cmx20cm bag for each passenger.

You may be allowed to bring on board the items that have been bought at the duty-free shops under Southwest Airlines carry on liquids rules. You can call the airline or HolidayGlobes on +1-800-435-9792 or +1-888-595-2181 to know about the policy on duty-free items.

Am I Allowed Liquids in my Checked Luggage?

Yes, you are allowed to pack liquids in your checked luggage, with the main restrictions being for hazardous materials. Items like gasoline, paint, bleach, and drain cleaner are banned from both checked and carry-on baggage because they pose a fire hazard or can be dangerous. Alcoholic beverages with 70% or more alcohol are not allowed. But those containing between 24% and 70% alcohol can be checked. Up 5 liters of alcoholic beverage is permitted in the hold.

·         Hand-sanitizers can be put in the hold.  

·         Chocolate (liquid) can be put in the hold

·         Gel ice packs must not be put in carry-on unless it is for cooling infant food.

Does Southwest consider Deodorant a Liquid?

Deodorant is either liquid or aerosol. Either way, it is covered under the Southwest Airlines liquid policy. Aerosols must not be above 2kg. Aerosol release device must be placed on containers to prevent accidental release. Take a look at the items which may be restricted.

·         Roll-on, Gel, or Cream - All of these must comply with the 3-1-1 rule for carry-on baggage: they must be in containers of 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less, all fitting into one sealed, clear, 20cmx20cm bag.

·         Self-defense or pepper sprays - Southwest doesn’t allow sprays with more than 2% mass of tear gas. 

TSA recommends that you separate the items which are liquid, aerosol or gel. This will reduce the time you spend in security screening. You can call the airline or HolidayGlobes on +1-800-435-9792 or +1-888-595-2181 to know more about Southwest liquid policy and how you can clear the security.