Porter Airlines Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

PD / POE · Canada

Add checked baggage to your Porter Airlines booking. Pre-purchase online to save $10 CAD per bag compared to airport rates. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Porter Airlines Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Fare- and destination-dependent piece concept; Basic has no free bag on all routes, Standard has 1 bag only on transatlantic, Flexible/Freedom have 1 bag on all routes. PorterReserve is separate.

LabelAmountNotes
Basic – All destinationsNo free checked baggage
  • Official tables: Our Fare Options shows 'Complimentary checked baggage — Basic 0' and Optional Services table shows 1st bag priced ($50–$63.25) for Basic on Canadian/U.S./sun routes and '$75–$86.25' on transatlantic (FlightType3/FlightType4, Basic column 1st bag not 'Included'). Cross-checked on both official pages.
  • Weight/size limits from checked baggage page apply if a bag is purchased: 'Up to 23 kg (50 lb) per bag' and 'Up to 158 cm (62 in) per bag' (length+width+height), 'No single piece can weigh more than 32 kg (70 lb).'
Standard – Canadian, U.S. and sun destinationsNo free checked baggage
  • Official tables: Our Fare Options 'Complimentary checked baggage — Standard 0' and Optional Services FlightType3 table shows 1st bag priced ('$50–$63.25' at time of booking) for Standard on Canadian/U.S./sun (sun = Mexico, Caribbean, Central and South America).
  • Transatlantic exception is separate item below (footnote '*** One checked bag is included with Standard fares on flights to/from Europe and Africa').
Standard – Transatlantic destinations (Europe/Africa)1 × 23 kg
  • Official tables: Optional Services FlightType4 table shows 1st bag 'Included' (check_mark.svg alt='Included') for Standard on transatlantic; Our Fare Options footnote '*** One checked bag is included with Standard fares on flights to/from Europe and Africa' cross-checks.
  • Weight/size: 'Up to 23 kg (50 lb) per bag', 'Up to 158 cm (62 in) per bag', max 32 kg per piece. 2nd and 3rd bags are paid (price_categories domain, amounts omitted).
Flexible / Freedom – All destinations1 × 23 kg
  • Official tables: Optional Services FlightType3 (Canadian/U.S./sun) and FlightType4 (Transatlantic) both show 1st bag 'Included' for Flexible and Freedom; Our Fare Options shows 'Complimentary checked baggage — Flexible 1 / Freedom 1' cross-check.
  • Weight/size: 'Up to 23 kg (50 lb) per bag', 'Up to 158 cm (62 in) per bag', max 32 kg. 2nd bag and subsequent are paid (omitted per scope). Flexible/Freedom on both destination groups have same 1-bag free allowance.
  • Lap-held infants travelling at no cost do not qualify for checked baggage allowance (children/infants page: 'Lap-held infants that are travelling at no cost do not qualify for the checked baggage allowance. Standard checked baggage allowance applies to infants and children with a paid seat.').

Carry-on baggage

Personal item always free; standard carry-on inclusion depends on fare and destination (Basic is personal-only on Canadian/U.S./sun, but includes standard bag on transatlantic).

LabelAmountNotes
Basic – Canadian, U.S. and sun destinations1 personal item (max. 33 x 43 x 16 cm)
  • Official tables: Optional Services FlightType1 table shows Personal item 'Included' and Standard carry-on baggage 'Not Included' (closed-mark.svg alt='Not Included') for Basic on Canadian/U.S./sun; carry-on allowance page states 'If you are travelling on a Basic fare, a standard carry-on bag is not included' and 'Passengers travelling on a Basic fare are only permitted 1 personal item'.
  • Personal item size verbatim: '33 x 43 x 16 cm (13 x 17 x 6 in)' (also written '33 by 43 by 16 centimeters or 13 by 17 by 6 inches'); examples: briefcase, purse, small backpack, camera bag, laptop or small garment bag.
  • Standard carry-on can be added as Basic Express add-on from $50 via My Bookings or check-in (listed on carry-on page, price omitted from allowance). If oversized, it will be checked at the gate for a fee.
Basic – Transatlantic destinations (Europe/Africa)1 personal item (max. 33 x 43 x 16 cm) + 1 standard carry-on bag (max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm)
  • Official tables: Optional Services FlightType2 table shows Personal item 'Included' and Standard carry-on baggage 'Included' for Basic on transatlantic; Our Fare Options footnote cross-check: '** A standard carry-on bag and electronic boarding passes are included with Basic fares on flights to/from Europe and Africa'.
  • Personal item: '33 x 43 x 16 cm (13 x 17 x 6 in)'; standard carry-on: '55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in)' (also written '55 by 40 by 23 centimeters or 21.5 by 15.5 by 9 inches'; Optional Services lists alternative order '55 x 23 x 40 cm (21.5 x 9 x 15.5 in)' for same bag). Pet carriers count as the one standard carry-on permitted.
  • Standard bag must fit sizing units at check-in/gate and be stowed under seat or overhead; if overweight/oversized it will be checked at gate for a fee (gate-checked bags picked up at baggage claim).
Standard, Flexible, Freedom – All destinations1 personal item (max. 33 x 43 x 16 cm) + 1 standard carry-on bag (max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm)
  • Official tables: Optional Services FlightType1 (Canadian/U.S./sun) shows Standard/Flexible/Freedom both Personal item 'Included' and Standard carry-on 'Included'; FlightType2 (transatlantic) shows same 'Included' for Standard/Flexible/Freedom; carry-on page states 'Standard, Flexible, Freedom, Navigate and Ultimate fares — Personal item + Standard carry-on bag'.
  • Sizes: personal item '33 x 43 x 16 cm (13 x 17 x 6 in)'; standard carry-on '55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in)' (alt order '55 x 23 x 40 cm' in Optional Services).
  • Infants: lap-held infant (under 2) may bring a diaper bag in addition to personal allowance; standard carry-on allowance applies to infants/children with reserved seat. Strollers/car seats are complementary via GatePorter or checked, in addition to checked allowance (playpens count as checked bag).

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Porter Airlines

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to flyporter.com and click 'Manage Booking' or open the Porter Airlines app.
  2. Enter your booking reference and last name to retrieve your reservation.
  3. Select 'Add baggage' and choose the baggage type (carry-on or checked) and the number of bags.
  4. Review the discounted online price and complete payment.

Prices

Porter charges per checked bag based on fare type. Online pre-purchase saves $10 CAD per bag versus airport prices.

LabelAmountNotes
1st checked bag (Basic fare — online)from $40 CAD
  • Basic (Firm) fare does not include any free checked baggage.
  • Online pre-purchase is $10 CAD cheaper than at the airport.
1st checked bag (Flexible/Freedom fare — online)See official pricing
  • Flexible and Freedom fares include 1 free checked bag (23 kg).
2nd checked bagSee official pricing
  • Additional checked bags available for purchase. Price varies by route.
  • Weight limit per bag: 23 kg (50 lbs).

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Add checked bags through Manage Booking on flyporter.com or the Porter app to save $10 CAD per bag versus airport prices.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Online via Manage Booking at flyporter.com, the Porter app, or at the airport check-in counter (higher rates apply).

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online vs at the airport?

Yes. Pre-purchasing online saves $10 CAD per checked bag compared to airport prices.

How does Porter Airlines price checked baggage?

Basic (Firm) fare: no free checked bag — purchase from $40 CAD online. Flexible and Freedom fares include 1 free checked bag (23 kg). Additional bags and overweight fees vary by route.

What are the size and weight limits for checked bags?

Each checked bag must not exceed 23 kg (50 lbs) or 158 cm (62 in) total dimensions. Overweight bags (23–32 kg) incur additional fees. No bag may exceed 32 kg (70 lbs).

What happens if my bag exceeds the weight limit?

Bags weighing between 23 kg and 32 kg are subject to overweight fees. No single bag may exceed 32 kg (70 lbs). Oversized fees apply for bags over 158 cm total dimensions.

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