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Read the fine print before you get excited about that Flybondi fare, because Argentina’s original ultra-low-cost carrier gives you less in the base price than almost any airline I cover. On the cheapest ticket you get one personal item and nothing else — a backpack, handbag or small bag up to 6 kg on domestic flights (10 kg on international) that has to slide under the seat in front of you. That’s it. No overhead cabin bag, no hold luggage. If it doesn’t fit under the seat, you’re paying.
Here’s the part that catches first-time Flybondi passengers cold, and it’s the thing that separates a true ULCC from a normal low-cost airline: the overhead cabin bag is a paid extra too. That wheelie case up to 9 kg that Ryanair-style carriers usually let you buy as “priority” — on Flybondi it’s simply an add-on, in the same shopping basket as a checked bag. So the real Flybondi question isn’t whether you’ll pay for luggage. It’s which bag you buy, and — crucially — where and when you buy it.
Because the pricing swings wildly by channel. Flybondi’s own material states that buying online, at the time you book, costs up to 60% less than paying at the airport. Turn up at the counter in Aeroparque with an unpaid bag and you’ll pay the worst price on the board. Sort your bags on the booking screen and Flybondi can be genuinely cheap. Leave it to the gate and the “deal” evaporates.
Quick facts
| Cheapest fare | Personal item only — NO cabin bag, NO checked bag |
| Personal item (free) | Under-seat, up to 6 kg domestic / 10 kg international |
| Cabin carry-on (paid) | Up to 9 kg, 55 x 35 x 25 cm — an add-on, not included |
| Checked bag options | 12 kg or 20 kg per piece (both paid) |
| Checked size limit | 158 cm total (length + width + height) |
| 12 kg bag | Online only — cannot be bought at the airport |
| Extra weight | +5 kg buyable on a hold bag, total never over 32 kg |
| Cheapest channel | Online at booking — up to 60% under airport price |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal item (included) | One bag — backpack, handbag or small bag — up to 6 kg on domestic flights, 10 kg on international. Must fit under the seat in front of you. This is the only thing the base fare includes. |
| Cabin carry-on (paid add-on) | One overhead bag up to 9 kg, max 55 x 35 x 25 cm. NOT included in any base fare — you buy it like a checked bag. Cheapest online at booking. |
Checked baggage & fees
| Cheapest fare | No checked bag included. Add 12 kg or 20 kg as a paid service. |
| 12 kg hold bag | One piece up to 12 kg. Online-only — this option cannot be purchased at the airport, so buy it when you book. |
| 20 kg hold bag | One piece up to 20 kg. Available online and (at a higher price) at the airport. |
| Size limit | 158 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) per checked piece. |
| Extra 5 kg | You can top up a hold bag by 5 kg, but the total weight of any one piece can never exceed 32 kg. |
| Where to pay | Online at booking is up to 60% cheaper than the airport counter. Always the last place you want to sort a bag. |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
Treat Flybondi as personal-item-only and price everything else deliberately. The winning move on this airline is to travel with just the under-seat bag if you possibly can — 6 kg domestic, 10 kg international is more than the personal-item allowance many carriers give, and it’s genuinely free. Pack into a single sensible backpack and the headline fare is the price you pay. That is the whole point of Flybondi, and where its cheapest deals actually beat Aerolineas Argentinas and JetSMART.
If you need more, buy it on the booking screen and buy the right thing. The 9 kg overhead cabin bag and the 12 kg or 20 kg hold bags are separate paid products — pick the smallest one that fits your trip, because you’re paying per bag regardless. Expect a hold bag bought online to land somewhere around the equivalent of EUR 20-45 / US$20-50 depending on route, date and how far ahead you book; Argentine peso prices move constantly with inflation, so trust the number on your own booking, not any figure you read secondhand. The one rule that never changes: the airport counter is the most expensive door, and the 12 kg bag isn’t even sold there.
Frequently asked questions
Does the cheapest Flybondi fare include a checked bag?
No. The cheapest Flybondi fare includes only one personal item that fits under the seat — up to 6 kg on domestic flights, 10 kg on international. There is no checked bag and no overhead cabin bag. You add those as paid extras.
Is the cabin carry-on free on Flybondi?
No. Unlike many low-cost airlines, Flybondi charges for the overhead cabin bag (up to 9 kg, 55 x 35 x 25 cm) as an add-on. Only the under-seat personal item is free. If you want a wheelie case in the overhead bin, you buy it like a checked bag.
How big can my free personal item be on Flybondi?
The free personal item must fit under the seat in front of you and weigh no more than 6 kg on domestic flights or 10 kg on international flights. A normal backpack or handbag qualifies; a full-size cabin case does not.
How much does a checked bag cost on Flybondi?
It varies by route, date and — most of all — where you buy it. Buying online at the time of booking is up to 60% cheaper than paying at the airport, and typically lands around the equivalent of EUR 20-45 / US$20-50 for a hold bag. Argentine peso prices shift with inflation, so confirm the exact figure on your own booking.
What is the difference between the 12 kg and 20 kg Flybondi bags?
Both are single checked pieces up to 158 cm total dimensions; the difference is the weight limit and the price. Importantly, the 12 kg bag is online-only — it cannot be bought at the airport — so if you want the cheaper option you must add it when you book.
Can I add extra weight to a Flybondi hold bag?
Yes. You can buy an extra 5 kg on a checked bag, but the total weight of any single piece can never exceed 32 kg. Anything heavier has to be split into a second paid bag.
Where is the cheapest place to buy Flybondi baggage?
Online, at the moment you book your flight. Flybondi states this is up to 60% cheaper than paying at the airport counter, which is always the most expensive option — and the airport can’t even sell you the 12 kg bag.
Is Flybondi still operating in 2026?
Yes. As of 2026 Flybondi is operating and expanding, serving around 17 domestic and 7 international destinations across four countries, and wet-leasing additional aircraft for the season. It remains Argentina’s ultra-low-cost carrier.
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