Frontier Joins Air France, British Airways, Emirates, Singapore, Air India, Qatar, Turkish, American, Lufthansa, and Qantas in Offering Free Checked Bags Amid Growing Baggage Charges

Frontier Airlines, a U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier known for its stripped-down fare structure, has announced a temporary free checked baggage policy. The promotion applies to nonstop flights between May 28 and August 18, 2025, and includes additional perks such as a free carry-on bag, complimentary seat selection, and flexible flight changes. To take advantage of the deal, travelers must book their tickets by March 24, using the promo code FREEBAG.

The issue of checked baggage fees has been a hot topic among air travelers for years, as more airlines have introduced charges for services that were once included in standard fares. The trend, particularly among low-cost carriers, has been to offer the lowest possible base fares while charging extra for carry-ons, checked luggage, seat selection, and flight changes.

Even major airlines that previously allowed at least one free checked bag for economy passengers have been scaling back, either limiting the weight allowance or removing the benefit entirely for lower-tier fares.

As baggage fees rise, Frontier Airlines joins global carriers like Air France, British Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Air India, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, Lufthansa, and Qantas in offering free checked bags, introducing a limited-time promotion that includes a free checked bag, carry-on, seat selection, and flight flexibility, aligning with airlines that still provide complimentary baggage on select routes.

Travelers hoping to avoid growing baggage charges should carefully compare airline policies before booking flights. With Frontier hinting at the possibility of permanently including free checked bags, the summer of 2025 could be a turning point in how airlines approach baggage fees.