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Breeze Airways Baggage Policy

Carry-on, personal item, checked bag fees, overweight, special items, and basic economy rules for Breeze Airways, with every figure cited to the airline's own policy page.

Quick answer

  • Carry-on: up to 22 x 14 x 9", max 16 kg, from $20
  • Personal item: up to 17 x 13 x 8", free on every fare
  • Checked bag: $45 first, $45 second (domestic economy)
  • Basic economy: Nice allows a personal item only

Carry-on baggage

Max dimensions (in)
22 x 14 x 9"
Max dimensions (cm)
56 x 36 x 23 cm
Weight limit
16 kg (35 lb)
Fee
From $20
Gate-check risk
Medium

Nice and Nicer fares charge for carry-on. Nicest fare includes it free. Personal item is always free.

Personal item

Max dimensions (in)
17 x 13 x 8"
Max dimensions (cm)
43 x 33 x 20 cm
Included
Yes, free on every fare

Must fit under the seat in front of you.

Does your bag count?

Bag typeTypical sizeFit
Standard backpack
Everyday daypack, laptop backpack
 18 x 13 x 8" Too big
Tote bag
Canvas or leather tote
 15 x 14 x 5" Too big
Laptop bag
Messenger or slim briefcase
 16 x 12 x 4" Fits
Small duffel
Gym or weekender
 18 x 11 x 11" Too big
Purse
Handbag or crossbody
 12 x 10 x 5" Fits
Under-seat roller
Mini wheeled bag
 16 x 14 x 8" Too big

Checked baggage fees

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Domestic economy
1st bag$45
2nd bag$45
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit50 lb
Linear dim62 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lbNot published
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

Breeze uses dynamic pricing. Checked bags typically cost $35-$50 each when purchased online, but jump to a flat $75 per bag at the airport counter or gate. Nice fares include 0 checked bags, Nicer includes 1, Nicest includes 2. Max bag 50 lb and 62 linear inches.

Ways to skip the Breeze Airways checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Breeze Airways carry-on size.
  2. Use a Breeze Airways co-branded credit card. These typically waive the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions.
  3. Earn elite status. Mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction.
  4. Book a higher fare. Premium Economy, Business, and First usually include 1 to 2 checked bags.

Special items & sports equipment

Ski / snowboard
Not published
Golf clubs
Not published
Bicycle
Not published
Pet in cabin
$75
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments count as a personal item or carry-on (where included). Larger instruments can be checked within allowance.

Ski, golf, and bike bags count as a standard checked bag on Breeze and use regular bag fees. Pet-in-cabin fee is around $75 each way.

Basic economy restrictions

Nice Breeze Airways's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
$45
  • Personal item only (carry-on and checked bag cost extra)
  • No seat selection without fee
  • Last boarding group
  • No free snacks

Frequently asked questions

What is the Breeze Airways carry-on size limit?

Breeze Airways allows a carry-on bag up to 22 x 14 x 9" (56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. The weight limit is 16 kg (35 lb).

What is the Breeze Airways personal item size?

The personal item on Breeze Airways must fit within 17 x 13 x 8" (43 x 33 x 20 cm) and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Must fit under the seat in front of you.

How much does a checked bag cost on Breeze Airways?

The first checked bag on Breeze Airways costs $45 on most domestic economy fares, and the second bag costs $45. Breeze uses dynamic pricing. Checked bags typically cost $35-$50 each when purchased online, but jump to a flat $75 per bag at the airport counter or gate. Nice fares include 0 checked bags, Nicer includes 1, Nicest includes 2. Max bag 50 lb and 62 linear inches.

Can I bring a carry-on on Breeze Airways Nice?

No. Breeze Airways Nice passengers are limited to one personal item that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on either is not allowed or costs an extra fee. A checked bag on Nice costs around $45.

How can I avoid Breeze Airways checked bag fees?

Four common ways: (1) pack in a carry-on and personal item only (confirm your bag fits the Breeze Airways carry-on size of 22 x 14 x 9"); (2) hold a Breeze Airways co-branded credit card, which typically waives the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions on the same reservation; (3) reach elite status in the airline's frequent flyer program, where mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction; (4) book a higher fare class (Premium Economy, Business, First) where checked bags are included.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Breeze Airways?

Breeze Airways currently has a medium gate-check risk based on our review of boarding policies and traveler reports. Arrive early in your boarding group to improve the odds of space in the overhead bins.

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Sources & verification

Airlines change baggage rules without notice. Always confirm with Breeze Airways before flying.