✓ Policy web-verified 2026-06-20
Avelo is a US ultra-low-cost carrier, and its single base fare is exactly that — a seat and one free personal item that fits under the seat in front of you (17 x 13 x 9 in / 43 x 33 x 22 cm). That’s it. There are no fare bundles, no “Light” vs “Plus” tiers, no checked-bag-included class to upgrade into. Even a roll-aboard carry-on bag costs extra on Avelo — the under-seat personal item is the only thing that flies free.
Because Avelo runs a US-domestic network (plus a handful of leisure routes to Mexico and the Caribbean), the rule is the same on every route: the cheapest fare never includes a checked bag, and never includes a carry-on either. There’s no long-haul or intercontinental exception here the way a full-service carrier bundles a bag on a transpacific Basic fare — what you book is the seat, and everything above your knees is an à-la-carte add-on that gets pricier the longer you wait to buy it.
Quick facts
| Free personal item | 17 x 13 x 9 in (43 x 33 x 22 cm), under seat |
| Carry-on bag | Paid add-on — not in base fare |
| Carry-on size | 22 x 14 x 9 in |
| Carry-on fee | ~$35-$70 (cheapest at booking) |
| Checked bag fee | ~$34-$70 (cheapest at booking) |
| Checked weight limit | 50 lb (23 kg) / 62 linear in |
| Overweight/oversize | +$100 each, +$200 if both |
| Fare tiers | None — single base fare, à la carte add-ons |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item (free) | 17 x 13 x 9 in (43 x 33 x 22 cm), must fit under the seat. One per passenger, every fare. |
| Carry-on bag (paid) | 22 x 14 x 9 in, overhead bin. ~$35-$70; cheapest at booking, most expensive at the gate. NOT in the base fare; fee includes priority boarding. |
Checked baggage & fees
| Standard checked bag | Up to 50 lb (23 kg) and 62 linear in (157 cm) |
| Fee | ~$34-$70 per bag each way — varies by route, date and when you add it |
| Number of bags | Up to 10 per customer |
| Overweight 50-70 lb | +$100 |
| Oversize 62-80 in | +$100 |
| Both over/oversize | +$200 |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
On a cheap Avelo deal fare you get a seat and one under-seat personal item — nothing in the overhead bin, nothing checked. If your trip needs more than a backpack, budget for it up front: a bin carry-on runs roughly $35-$70 and a checked bag roughly $34-$70, and both are at their cheapest the moment you book. Avelo uses rising bag prices — wait until check-in or the airport gate and you’ll pay near the top of those ranges, sometimes close to double.
The practical play: if you can live out of the free 17 x 13 x 9 in personal item, Avelo’s deal fares are genuinely cheap. If you need real luggage, add a single checked bag at booking rather than a carry-on — same money or less, 50 lb of capacity, and you skip the gate-side bin scramble. Keep it under 50 lb and 62 linear inches, because the overweight/oversize surcharges are a flat $100 each ($200 if both) and can swallow the fare you saved. Two genuine free wins: Avelo card holders get one complimentary carry-on, and active-duty military with ID get two free checked bags plus a free carry-on.
Oversize, sports & special items
Strollers, car seats, and booster seats are checked free of charge — a real saving for families on a carrier where everything else is à la carte. Sports equipment (golf clubs, skis, bikes) travels as standard checked baggage at the normal checked-bag fee, plus the $100 oversize/overweight surcharge if it tops 50 lb or 62 inches. Musical instruments are accepted: small ones can ride as your paid carry-on if they fit the overhead bin, larger ones go as checked/excess baggage.
Avelo’s bag pricing is dynamic and distance-based, so the exact fee depends on route, date and channel — always cheapest online at booking, most expensive at the airport. The carry-on-costs-extra model is unchanged into 2026, and there’s no EU-style free-cabin-bag baseline here since Avelo is a US-domestic operation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Avelo's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
No. Avelo’s base fare includes only a free under-seat personal item. Both checked bags and carry-on bags are paid add-ons on every route, with no checked-bag-included fare tier.
Is the carry-on bag free on Avelo?
No — unlike most legacy carriers, Avelo charges for a roll-aboard carry-on (roughly $35-$70). Only the under-seat personal item (17 x 13 x 9 in) is free. The carry-on fee does include priority boarding.
How big can my free personal item be on Avelo?
17 x 13 x 9 inches (about 43 x 33 x 22 cm). It must fit fully under the seat in front of you — backpack, purse, briefcase or laptop bag, not a roll-aboard.
How much does a checked bag cost on Avelo?
Roughly $34-$70 per bag each way, depending on the route and how early you buy. It’s cheapest added during the original booking and most expensive at the airport. Bags must be under 50 lb and 62 linear inches.
What are Avelo's overweight and oversize fees?
A bag that is overweight (50-70 lb) costs an extra $100, an oversize bag (62-80 in) costs an extra $100, and a bag that is both costs an extra $200 — on top of the standard checked-bag fee.
Is it cheaper to add a carry-on or a checked bag on Avelo?
They’re priced similarly (~$34-$70). Many travelers add a checked bag instead of a bin carry-on for the same money — 50 lb of capacity and no gate-side overhead-bin scramble.
Do strollers and car seats cost extra on Avelo?
No. Strollers, car seats, and booster seats are checked free of charge, which helps families avoid the add-on fees that apply to nearly everything else on Avelo.
Does anyone get free bags on Avelo?
Yes — Avelo Airlines credit card holders receive one complimentary carry-on, and active-duty military with valid ID get two free checked bags plus one free carry-on (subject to embargoes on some flights).