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#  Spirit Airlines Baggage Check-in Online


Absolutely! We love it when you do that. It’s the easiest and least expensive way to check in. Online check-in begins 24 hours 1–716–791–[(9668)] prior to departure and ends an hour prior to your flight's scheduled departure.

While you’re checking in online1–716–791–[(9668)], you should purchase any additional bags and/or desired seat assignments. Bags cost more at the airport. Since bags purchased online don’t require assistance from an agent, we pass those savings on to you.

![Spirit Airlines Baggage Check-in Online](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/HJMFLSirR.jpg)



If you check in online and purchase your bags in advance1–716–791–[(9668)] (that weigh 50 lbs. or less), you are eligible for our Bag Drop service at the airport. 

PRO TIP: If you are traveling internationally1–716–791–[(9668)], you'll be required to enter your passport information before buying any bags or seats and printing your boarding pass.

Some guests may not be able to complete check-in online (see below). If this happens to be the case for you, check in at the airport ticket counter. Our Guest Service Agents will be happy to assist you.

Shortcut Boarding may not be available at some stations.

Guests who may not be able to complete check-in online include:

Guests traveling with pets
Guests traveling on a group reservation of 10 or more
Unaccompanied minors
Guests traveling with a lap infant
Guests traveling with Military ID instead of a passport
Guests traveling to or from certain international destinations
Non-U.S. citizens departing from international locations
Guests who purchased an extra seat or special items
Guests that are unable to complete their check-in online will need to complete the process with a ticket counter agent (in this case the fee will be waived


# Checkin online price
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Spirit airlines baggage check in online price
Spirit Baggage Fees
Luggage Type	Online Check-in Price (Standard Fare)	Price at Airport
Carry-on Bag         $41	$55
1st Checked Bag	     $36	$50
2nd Checked Bag	     $46	$60
3rd Checked Bag	     $91	$100

How can I check in and get my boarding pass?
Checking in online at Spirit.com is free, and it's the quickest way to check in for your flight and print your boarding pass. Check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends an hour prior to departure. This is also a good time to buy a seat assignment or last minute bags – it will be less expensive online than at the airport. Bags purchased within 24 hours prior to departure will be charged at the online check-in rate, so buy bags early and save major moola.

If you don’t check in online, our kiosks at the airport are self-serve and easy to use. 
 
Some Guests may not be able to complete check-in online (see below). If this happens to be the case for you, please check in at the airport counter. Our Guest Service Agents will be happy to assist you.
 
## Guests who may not be able to complete check-in online include:

Guests traveling with pets 
Guests traveling on a group reservation of 10 or more
Unaccompanied minors
Guests traveling with a lap infant
Guests traveling with Military ID instead of a passport
Guests traveling to or from certain international destinations
Non-U.S. citizens departing from international locations
Guests who purchased an extra seat or special items
Guests that are unable to complete their check-in online will need to complete the process with a ticket counter agent (in this case the fee will be waived)
Click here for more help with check in or to live Chat with us.
 
 
 
## How do I add bags to my reservation?
If you are accessing your reservation more than 24 hours prior to departure, simply go to the My Trips tab and follow the instructions to access your reservation. You can then click the "Add Bags" link to purchase additional bags.

If you are accessing your reservation less than 24 hours prior to departure, simply go to the Online Check-in tab and follow the instructions to access your reservation.  You can then click the "Add Bags" link to purchase additional bags. Remember to purchase your bags in advance to save more!

You can always add bags at the airport or by calling our Reservations Center. However, these bags cost more. Bags purchased online are less than those purchased at the airport.

IMPORTANT: Online check-in closes forty-five minutes prior to original scheduled departure for domestic flights and one hour prior to original scheduled departure for international flights.