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On Arajet’s cheapest Basic fare you get one personal item and nothing else. That’s a single under-seat bag — 40 x 25 x 20 cm, up to 6 kg (10 kg on flights to and from Brazil). No overhead carry-on, no checked bag. This is a Dominican Republic ultra-low-cost carrier in the truest sense: the headline fare buys you a seat and a backpack, and every kilo beyond that is an add-on you pay for.
Arajet overhauled its fare structure in December 2025, splitting tickets into four bundles — Basic, Classic, Comfort and Extra. The good news for deal-hunters: the airline scrapped counter check-in fees, cut bag prices, fixed the rates and bumped the included checked weight from 20 kg to 23 kg. The catch is unchanged — the bag inclusion is the SAME on every route. Arajet flies short and medium-haul across the Americas (Caribbean, Central and South America, the US), so there’s no long-haul Basic fare that quietly throws in a free checked bag. If you’re flying Basic, budget for the bag.
Quick facts
| Free personal item | 40 x 25 x 20 cm, up to 6 kg (10 kg Brazil) |
| Carry-on bag | 56 x 46 x 25 cm, up to 12 kg — paid (Classic/Extra) |
| Cheapest fare (Basic) | Personal item only, no checked bag |
| Checked bag included on | Comfort & Extra bundles |
| Checked weight | 23 kg standard, 32 kg max per bag |
| Carry-on fee | $35–$55 USD online, $80 at airport |
| Checked bag fee (1st) | $30–$55 USD online, from $70 at airport |
| Oversize fee | $30–$90 USD |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item (all fares) | 40 x 25 x 20 cm, up to 6 kg (10 kg on Brazil routes); fits under the seat in front. Free. |
| Carry-on / cabin bag | 56 x 46 x 25 cm, up to 12 kg, stowed overhead. Included only on Classic and Extra; add-on from $35–$55 USD online ($80 at airport) on Basic and Comfort. |
Checked baggage & fees
| Standard included weight | 23 kg per bag (raised from 20 kg in Dec 2025) |
| Maximum weight | 32 kg per bag; size up to 158 cm / 62 linear inches |
| Weight upgrades | Sold in 3 kg steps — 26 kg, 29 kg, 32 kg |
| First bag fee (Basic/Classic add-on) | $30–$55 USD online depending on timing; from $70 at airport |
| Bags per passenger | Up to 3 online, more at airport check-in |
| Oversize (over 158 cm) | Flat fee from $30–$90 USD |
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 |
|---|---|
| All routes (Caribbean, Central/South America, US) | No checked bag (personal item only) |
| Flights to/from Brazil | No checked bag — but personal item weight rises to 10 kg |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Up to 6 kg | Not included | Not included |
| Classic | Up to 6 kg | Up to 12 kg | Not included |
| Comfort | Up to 6 kg | Not included | 1 x 23 kg |
| Extra | Up to 6 kg | Up to 12 kg | 1 x 23 kg |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On a cheap Arajet Basic deal you get a seat and one under-seat bag, full stop. No overhead carry-on, no checked bag — so a weekend-sized backpack at 6 kg is your entire allowance. Unlike full-service carriers that bundle a checked bag into long-haul Basic fares, Arajet’s inclusion is identical on every route it flies, because it has no true intercontinental network. There’s no regional loophole to exploit here.
Budget accordingly: if you need to put a bag in the hold, add roughly $30–$55 USD each way online for a 23 kg checked bag (and book it before you reach the airport, where it jumps to $70+). Need overhead carry-on instead? That’s $35–$55 online. Often the smarter move is to compare the Basic fare plus a bag against the Comfort bundle (which builds in the 23 kg checked bag) — on many routes the all-in Comfort price beats Basic-plus-add-ons, especially if you’d otherwise pay airport rates.
Oversize, sports & special items
Sports equipment and musical instruments travel as special baggage up to 32 kg and 366 linear cm, priced from $50–$90 USD; oversized items that exceed the standard 158 cm checked limit carry a flat fee from $30–$90 USD (airport-only on some items). Pets (cats and dogs only) ride in a soft carrier no larger than 40 x 25 x 20 cm with combined weight under 10 kg, for $65–$100 USD.
The headline 2025/2026 change: in December 2025 Arajet replaced its old structure with the Basic / Classic / Comfort / Extra bundles, eliminated counter check-in fees, fixed and reduced bag prices, and raised the included checked allowance from 20 kg to 23 kg. The free personal item and the personal-item-only Basic fare were both retained.
Frequently asked questions
Does Arajet's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
No. The Basic fare includes only one personal item (40 x 25 x 20 cm, up to 6 kg). There is no carry-on and no checked bag — you add either as a paid extra.
What size and weight is Arajet's free personal item?
40 x 25 x 20 cm (15 x 9 x 7 in), up to 6 kg, and it must fit under the seat in front. On flights to and from Brazil the weight limit rises to 10 kg.
Which Arajet fares include a carry-on bag?
The Classic and Extra bundles include an overhead carry-on of up to 12 kg (56 x 46 x 25 cm). Basic and Comfort do not — you can add a carry-on from $35–$55 USD online.
Which fares include a checked bag?
Comfort and Extra include one checked bag of 23 kg. Basic and Classic do not include a checked bag, though you can add one.
How much is a checked bag on Arajet?
A first 23 kg checked bag costs roughly $30–$55 USD each way when added online, depending on when you buy. At the airport it starts from $70 USD, so add it before you travel.
What are Arajet's checked bag weight limits?
The standard included bag is 23 kg; the maximum per bag is 32 kg and 158 cm total dimensions. You can buy 3 kg weight upgrades to reach 26, 29 or 32 kg.
Does Arajet include a free bag on long-haul routes?
No. Arajet flies short and medium-haul across the Americas only, so there’s no intercontinental Basic fare with a free bag. Checked-bag inclusion is the same on every route; only the Brazil personal-item weight (10 kg) differs.
Is it cheaper to buy a bag separately or upgrade to Comfort?
Often Comfort wins. Because Comfort builds in the 23 kg checked bag, comparing Basic-plus-bag against the Comfort fare frequently shows Comfort costing the same or less — especially versus airport bag rates.
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