✓ Policy web-verified 2026-07-06
Flair is a true Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier, which means one thing for baggage: the base fare buys you a seat and a free personal item, and nothing else. There are no bundles to save you, no “lite vs standard” tiers — every bag beyond the under-seat personal item is a paid add-on, and the price climbs the longer you wait to buy it.
The only free item is a personal item up to 7 kg at 43 x 33 x 15 cm that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on for the overhead bin starts around CA$49 and a first checked bag around CA$69 — but only if you add them when you book. Buy at the airport gate instead and you can pay double. The rule for flying Flair cheaply is simple: pay for every bag online, in advance, or don’t fly Flair.
Quick facts
| Free personal item | 1 item, 7 kg, 43 x 33 x 15 cm (under-seat) |
| Carry-on (overhead) — paid | From ~CA$49 at booking, up to ~CA$154 at the gate |
| Carry-on size | 55 x 40 x 23 cm, max 10 kg |
| First checked bag — paid | From ~CA$69 at booking, up to ~CA$164 at the gate |
| Checked weight limit | 23 kg standard; hard max 32 kg per piece |
| Overweight (23–32 kg) | ~CA$9–24 per extra kg on top of the bag fee |
| Oversize (over 158 cm) | ~CA$99–139 extra |
| Branded fare bundles | None — pure a-la-carte add-ons |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item (free) | 1 item, up to 7 kg, 43 x 33 x 15 cm — must fit under the seat |
| Carry-on / overhead bag (paid) | 55 x 40 x 23 cm, up to 10 kg — from ~CA$49 |
Checked baggage & fees
| First checked bag — at booking | ~CA$69–119 |
| First checked bag — via My Trips | ~CA$69–134 |
| First checked bag — at online check-in | ~CA$99–149 |
| First checked bag — at the airport gate | ~CA$109–164 |
| 10 kg checked bag (booking / My Trips only) | Same price as a carry-on, ~CA$49–109 |
| Overweight 23–32 kg | ~CA$9–24 per extra kg |
| Oversize (over 158 cm total) | ~CA$99–139 |
| Hard limit per piece | 32 kg — bags over 32 kg not accepted |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you actually get on the cheapest Flair fare: one personal item, and that’s it. No overhead carry-on, no checked bag. The personal item is small — 43 x 33 x 15 cm, under-seat only — so if you’re travelling with anything more than a backpack you’re paying. The move is to add every bag at the moment you book, when a carry-on is around CA$49 and a checked bag around CA$69. Prices ratchet up at each later stage: My Trips, then online check-in, then the gate, where an unpaid carry-on can hit CA$150-plus. Flair’s gate agents do enforce sizes, and being caught with an oversized carry-on at the gate is the single most expensive way to fly them. One quirk worth knowing: a 10 kg checked bag costs the same as a carry-on and can only be bought at booking or via My Trips — if your bag is light, checking it can be cheaper than paying for the overhead bin. Once you’ve added a couple of bags, do the math against a mainline fare; Flair’s advertised price and the all-in price are very different numbers.
Oversize, sports & special items
Checked bags are accepted from 23 kg up to a hard 32 kg maximum per piece — anything heavier is refused. Overweight bags between 23 and 32 kg cost roughly CA$9–24 per extra kilo on top of the bag fee, and oversize items exceeding 158 cm in total dimensions add about CA$99–139. If a bag is both overweight and oversized, only the overweight charge applies, not both. Sports equipment and special items are handled as oversize/overweight rather than through a dedicated sports rate — declare and pre-pay them online. All fees vary by route and season, so the ranges above are guidance; confirm the exact figure for your flight at booking.
Frequently asked questions
What does Flair's cheapest fare include for baggage?
Only a free personal item up to 7 kg at 43 x 33 x 15 cm that fits under the seat. A carry-on for the overhead bin and any checked bag are both paid add-ons — there is no bundle that includes them.
How much is a carry-on bag on Flair?
A full-size overhead carry-on starts around CA$49 at booking and rises at each stage, reaching roughly CA$99–154 at the airport gate. Add it when you book to pay the least.
How much is a checked bag on Flair?
A first checked bag is about CA$69 at booking, more via My Trips or online check-in, and up to roughly CA$164 at the gate. There’s also a cheaper 10 kg checked option (same price as a carry-on) available only at booking or via My Trips.
Do Flair baggage fees really go up at the gate?
Yes — and it’s the whole trap. Waiting until the airport can nearly double the price of a bag, and an unpaid carry-on presented at the gate is among the most expensive charges. Always pre-pay online.
What is Flair's checked bag weight limit?
Standard checked bags are 23 kg. Overweight bags between 23 and 32 kg cost about CA$9–24 per extra kg, and bags over 32 kg are not accepted at all.
Does Flair have fare bundles that include bags?
No. Flair is a pure ultra-low-cost carrier with a-la-carte add-ons only — you pay for each bag, seat and extra individually. There is no premium bundle that folds a checked bag into the fare.
Can a light checked bag be cheaper than a carry-on?
Yes. Flair’s 10 kg checked bag is priced the same as a carry-on and can be bought at booking or via My Trips. If your bag is under 10 kg, checking it can cost the same or less than paying for the overhead bin.