✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Here is the rare good-news airline. Star Peru is a domestic-only Peruvian carrier — seven cities, no international flights — and its whole pitch is that even the cheapest ticket includes a checked bag. On the standard routes (Lima to Iquitos, Tarapoto, Pucallpa, Chiclayo, Cajamarca) the base fare gives you a 23 kg checked bag plus an 8 kg carry-on, free. Star Peru markets itself as “the only Peruvian airline with free baggage on all flights,” and the official baggage page backs it up: it lists the allowance per route, not per stripped-down fare tier. That is the opposite of how the budget LCCs (and most of the planet) now operate.
The one real catch is route, not fare. The Huánuco route flies a smaller aircraft, so the allowance drops to a 15 kg checked bag and a 5 kg carry-on — still included, just lighter. Star Peru does name fare families (Simple / Flex / Star, and promo fares), and the small print says “el equipaje permitido podría variar dependiendo de su clase tarifaria” (allowance may vary by fare class), so always read what your specific promo ticket shows at checkout. But as of mid-2026 the verified, published position is: a bag comes with the fare. Budget the upgrade only if you are over weight.
Quick facts
| Carry-on (standard routes) | 8 kg, 45 x 40 x 25 cm, included |
| Checked bag (standard routes) | 23 kg, 158 cm linear, included free |
| Huánuco route | 5 kg carry-on + 15 kg checked, included |
| Cheapest fare includes a bag? | Yes — on all routes |
| Excess / extra bag fee | ~USD 30 + IGV per kilo or extra bag |
| Max single bag weight | 32 kg (hard limit) |
| Network | Domestic Peru only, 7 cities |
| Fare names | Simple / Flex / Star (+ promo fares) |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Carry-on (standard routes) | 1 piece, max 8 kg, 45 x 40 x 25 cm (incl. accessories) — included in all fares |
| Carry-on (Huanuco route) | 1 piece, max 5 kg, 40 x 30 x 20 cm — smaller aircraft |
Checked baggage & fees
| Included checked bag (standard routes) | 1 piece, up to 23 kg, max 158 cm linear (H+L+W) — free |
| Included checked bag (Huanuco) | 1 piece, up to 15 kg, max 158 cm linear — free |
| Infant (under 2) | 1 piece up to 10 kg + 1 stroller (Huanuco: diaper bag + stroller) |
| Excess weight / extra bag | ~USD 30.00 + IGV per additional kilo or per additional bag |
| Hard limit per bag | No single piece over 32 kg |
Baggage by region & route
Checked-bag inclusion on the cheapest fare can depend on where you fly, not just the fare name. Here is what the lowest fare includes by route:
| Route / region | Cheapest fare includes |
|---|---|
| Standard routes (Iquitos, Tarapoto, Pucallpa, Chiclayo, Cajamarca) | 1 x 23 kg checked + 8 kg carry-on, free |
| Huanuco route (smaller aircraft) | 1 x 15 kg checked + 5 kg carry-on, free |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on a cheap Star Peru deal fare: a checked bag — and that is genuinely unusual for a budget ticket in 2026. On every standard domestic route the lowest fare carries a free 23 kg checked bag plus an 8 kg carry-on, so on a deal Lima-to-Iquitos or Lima-to-Tarapoto run you do not need to budget anything extra for a normal-sized suitcase. That alone can make a slightly pricier Star Peru fare cheaper end-to-end than a rival’s headline price once the rival’s bag fee is added.
The two things to actually watch: if you are flying the Huanuco route, the included bag shrinks to 15 kg — pack accordingly or you will be paying excess. And if you go over your allowance, excess runs about USD 30 + IGV per extra kilo or per extra bag, which adds up fast, so weigh before you go rather than at the counter. Promo fares can carry fare-class conditions.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports gear (bicycles, golf, diving, fishing and surfing equipment), large musical instruments, and mobility aids with dry batteries are carried subject to acceptance and additional fees — declare them when booking, as they are not part of the standard free allowance and capacity on the small turboprop/regional aircraft is limited. Cremation urns require death and cremation certificates. Prohibited as checked items: televisions, unpacked wicker baskets, and hazardous materials; no single piece may exceed 32 kg.
As of mid-2026 Star Peru’s headline policy is unchanged and still leans on the “free baggage on all fares” message that distinguishes it from Peru’s LCCs. Note that allowances are quoted per route because of the mixed fleet (the Huanuco route’s lower limits reflect a smaller aircraft), and the official small print reserves the right to vary allowance by fare class — so a specific promo fare’s bag line should always be checked at the point of sale.
Frequently asked questions
Does Star Peru's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
Yes. Unlike most budget tickets, Star Peru includes a free checked bag on all its fares — 23 kg on standard routes and 15 kg on the Huanuco route — plus a carry-on. It markets itself as the only Peruvian airline with free baggage on every flight.
How much carry-on can I bring on Star Peru?
On standard routes (Iquitos, Tarapoto, Pucallpa, Chiclayo, Cajamarca) you get 1 piece up to 8 kg at 45 x 40 x 25 cm including accessories. On the Huanuco route it drops to 5 kg at 40 x 30 x 20 cm because of the smaller aircraft.
What is the free checked baggage allowance?
One checked piece up to 23 kg with a maximum 158 cm linear (height + length + width) on standard routes, or up to 15 kg on the Huanuco route. Both are included in the fare at no extra cost.
Why is the Huanuco route allowance lower?
The Huanuco route uses a smaller aircraft, so the included allowance is reduced to a 15 kg checked bag and a 5 kg carry-on. It is still free — just lighter than the other routes.
What does Star Peru charge for excess or extra baggage?
Excess weight beyond your allowance, or an additional bag, costs roughly USD 30 plus IGV (Peruvian VAT) per extra kilo or per extra bag. No single piece may weigh more than 32 kg.
Does Star Peru fly internationally?
No. Star Peru is a domestic-only carrier serving about seven Peruvian cities, including Lima, Iquitos, Tarapoto, Pucallpa, Chiclayo, Cajamarca and Huanuco. All baggage rules here apply to those domestic flights.
Do Star Peru's fare types (Simple, Flex, Star) change the bag allowance?
The published default is that a checked bag is included on every fare. Star Peru does note that allowance may vary by fare class and runs named fares (Simple/Flex/Star plus promos).
Can I bring sports equipment or a musical instrument?
Yes, but bikes, golf, diving, fishing and surf gear and large instruments are carried subject to acceptance and additional fees, and space on the regional aircraft is limited. Declare them when booking rather than turning up with them.
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