PLAY Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
PLAY is an Icelandic ultra-low-cost carrier offering cheap transatlantic hops between North America and Europe via Reykjavik. The basic fare includes only a small personal item under the seat — a carry-on cabin bag and every checked bag are paid add-ons. Fees are cheapest when bought with your booking and rise sharply if you add bags later or at the airport, so bundle exactly what you need upfront. Prices are shown in the currency of your departure point (for example USD from the U.S.).
The bottom line on PLAY baggage
PLAY is a true ultra-low-cost unbundler: the fare buys only a small under-seat personal item, and even a normal carry-on cabin bag is a paid add-on alongside every checked bag. The trap that stings hardest is that fees are charged per flight leg, so a round trip quietly doubles each baggage charge — and adding bags later or at the airport costs far more than at booking.
The reliable way to win is to buy exactly the bags you need with your original booking and pick the right checked-bag weight tier upfront, since airport per-kilogram overweight charges dwarf the price of the next tier online. If you can pack into just the free personal item, PLAY is genuinely cheap — and a carry-on add-on usually bundles priority boarding, so you rarely need to buy that separately.
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Hidden pitfalls most travelers miss
- Every baggage fee is charged per flight leg, so a round trip quietly doubles each carry-on and checked-bag charge — the basic fare only covers a small under-seat personal item.
- Adding bags after booking or at the airport costs significantly more than buying them with your original ticket, so bundle exactly what you need upfront.
- Airport overweight charges are billed per kilogram over your tier limit, which usually dwarfs the price of simply buying the next weight tier (20 / 23 / 32 kg) online.
PLAYbaggage allowance & fees at a glance
| 🎒 Personal item | One small personal item is included free on every PLAY fare. It must fit under the seat in front of you and cannot exceed 42 x 32 x 25 cm (17 x 13 x 10 in) or 10 kg (22 lbs), including handles and wheels. |
| 🧳 Carry-on allowance | A cabin/carry-on bag is NOT free — it is a paid add-on (often bundled with priority boarding). The carry-on may be up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in) and up to 12 kg (26 lbs). On U.S.–Europe routes a carry-on + priority bundle typically runs about USD 26-37 per leg. |
| 🧳 First checked bag | about USD 32-46 per leg |
| 🧳 Second checked bag | higher-tier add-on, per leg |
PLAY checked bag fees
| Checked bag 20 kg (44 lb), prepaid online | about USD 32-46 per leg |
| Checked bag 23 kg (50 lb) | higher-tier add-on, per leg |
| Checked bag 32 kg (70 lb) | top weight tier, most expensive |
| Max checked bags per passenger | Up to 3 checked bags |
| Max size per checked bag | 158 cm (62 in) total L+W+H |
| At airport | significantly more than pre-paid online |
Excess baggage cost calculator
Estimate what PLAY will actually charge for your bags — one way, typical domestic/regional route.
- Checked bag #1$39
PLAY is $36 cheaper than Norse Atlantic Airways for these bags.
Estimates only. Fees vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm before booking.
PLAY vs Norse Atlantic Airways vs Norwegian: baggage compared
Head-to-head on the fees that actually decide the cheaper airline for bags.
| PLAY | Norse Atlantic Airways | Norwegian | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on included | $32 | ✅ Free | — |
| 1st checked bag | $39 | $75 | $49 |
| 2nd checked bag | — | $75 | — |
| Overweight surcharge | — | — | $15 |
| Weight limit | 20 kg | 23 kg | 23 kg |
🔁 Change & cancellation
PLAY fares are ultra-low-cost and largely non-refundable; changes are allowed for a fee plus any fare difference and are cheaper the further ahead you make them. Bundles and flexible add-ons can be purchased for more flexibility — check your fare's rules before booking.
Other common fees
| Carry-on + priority bundle (US–Europe) | about USD 26-37 per leg |
| Overweight (per kg, at airport) | charged per kilogram over the tier limit |
| Seat selection | from about USD 5 (rear) up to USD 30-40 (front / extra legroom) |
What stops you paying these fees on PLAY
- A full-size cabin bag is not free on the cheapest PLAY fare, so the bag that fits under the seat matters — what size actually fits →
How to avoid extra fees
- Only the small under-seat personal item (42 x 32 x 25 cm, 10 kg) is free — budget for a carry-on and every checked bag as separate add-ons.
- Buy bags with your original booking; adding them later or at the airport costs significantly more per leg.
- Fees are charged per flight leg, so a round trip effectively doubles each baggage charge — factor that into your total.
- If you can travel with just the free personal item, PLAY is genuinely cheap; pack ultralight to skip bag fees entirely.
- A carry-on add-on usually includes priority boarding, so you rarely need to buy priority separately.
- Pick the right checked-bag weight tier (20 / 23 / 32 kg) upfront — airport overweight charges per kilogram are far pricier than buying the next tier online.
- All PLAY passengers must check in online, and prices show in your departure currency (e.g. USD from the U.S.), so confirm the currency before you pay.
PLAY baggage — FAQ
＋ − What is PLAY's hand luggage / carry-on size and weight?
PLAY's free allowance is only a small personal item up to 42 x 32 x 25 cm (17 x 13 x 10 in) and 10 kg that fits under the seat. A larger carry-on cabin bag (up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm and 12 kg) is a paid add-on, typically about USD 26-37 per leg on U.S.–Europe flights when bundled with priority boarding.
＋ − How much is PLAY checked baggage?
There are no free checked bags on PLAY. A 20 kg checked bag prepaid online costs roughly USD 32-46 per leg, with 23 kg and 32 kg tiers costing more. Adding bags later or at the airport is significantly more expensive, and fees are charged per flight leg.
＋ − Can I bring a personal item on PLAY for free?
Yes. Every PLAY fare includes one free small personal item that must fit under the seat in front of you — maximum 42 x 32 x 25 cm (17 x 13 x 10 in) and 10 kg (22 lbs), including handles and wheels. It is the only free bag on the basic fare.
＋ − How do I avoid extra baggage fees on PLAY?
Travel with only the free under-seat personal item if you can. If you need more, buy your carry-on and checked bags with your original booking (never at the airport), choose the correct weight tier to dodge per-kilogram overweight charges, and remember each fee applies per leg on round trips.
Sources & official policy links
Independent guide — not affiliated with PLAY. Figures here reflect PLAY's published Europe fares as of 2026-07-12.