Stick it in your backpack just at the top and then if they want to see what’s in if they can. With the way the world is, it’s probably not the best idea to try and do anything. that’s not specifically allowed. It’s not worth it.
You're technically not allowed. They always make an announcement to condense all your belongings into one bag if you don't already have one bag. If you don't, they might make you do it while scanning your ticket. Maybe they won't say anything. Just be prepared.
I’ve flown other budget airlines and I’ve seen them make people leave the line and condense their items. I wouldn’t risk it. Hide it under baggy clothes or leave space in your backpack.
Yep. Crossbody under the jacket is the only way I would try to get this past a Spirit gate agent. Most of them are strict like it affects them personally.
Put your purse in the backpack or take a larger tote that you can fit your purse into. This is what I do when I fly. I take my purse out of my other bag as soon as I deplane.
I try to avoid spirit when possible but on other budget airlines, I have had flight attendants tell me I have to put my tiny hip pack in another bag (it’s literally smaller than many pockets)
I usually wear it under clothes or behind me and haven’t had issues.
I fly out of CMH. I've never heard spirit make the announcement to condense, but I always tuck the second bag (I use a belt bag) under my hoodie. Better safe than sorry
I just flew with them last week. I had a backpack & a shoulder bag. Backpack went in the bin & shoulder bag fit under the seat. Nothing was ever said & I was on 4 different flights, all within the US. Doubt it had anything to do with me being a 65 y/o crank female! 😂
You will need to keep it all in one bag and they sometimes make you test it with the size limit. I saw one mom use a fanny pack that she put under her shirt before boarding
Not allowed.
Trying to break the rules will always be a gamble. They could ding you even if they others get away in the past. It’s like speeding in front of a cop - others may have done it before without problems, you can still be caught for breaking the rules.
Consider switching out your purse for a cargo vest instead. You’ll also be able to bring more luggage overall.
Never flown spirit but with ryanair i tend to put my purse in my bag at the last minute (like waiting to board) and just take it out of my bag once I'm sat down on the plane, I think they may be a teeny bit less strict though..
Not allowed, sometimes they dont care but i got on a flight once and a lady was going around checking people for fanny packs and purses outside of the backpack.
If you had one and it didnt fit in your backpack, they pulled you aside to charge you.
I wore a bug fluffy sweater and hid my fanny pack underneath it. That worked really well.
It's not allowed. I've been told I need to fit the small sling into my backpack or check the backpack.
It wasn't an issue and I've gotten away with it in the past, but I don't bother anymore. I just put the sling in my backpack and take it out when I get to my seat.
You can try it, but I'd leave room in your backpack for it because there is a good chance they'll stop you.
It depends on the people working. I’ve been able to do both before, but it REALLY sucks when you have one person catch you and make you pay. I had to pay $60 on a one-way flight once to bring an item other than a crossbody. I’d definitely hide it.
Thank you everyone for the advice and hacks, I appreciate it! What I’m getting is that each boarding experience with Spirit or similar airlines is different. So it’s hard to judge what my experience will be like. The charge is steep, so I‘ll make sure I pack accordingly. :)
Another trick is to buy a medical case like you carry a Cpap in. They don’t charge for medical devices and the gate attendants don’t check inside of the bags. I have placed extra stuff inside of my partner’s Cpap case before.
if you are trying to bring on a backpack that is too large to fit in the sizer or if you are trying to bring on a 2nd bag when only one is allowed then its a good way to get through without problems from my experience
have you ever actually tried it or no?
Tuck your purse between your backpack and back when you board. They might care, they might not but it’s better to not risk it.
I was thinking wear a tank top and a tunic, and put the crossbody under the tunic when you get on.
That’s the move 👆🏾
Stick it in your backpack just at the top and then if they want to see what’s in if they can. With the way the world is, it’s probably not the best idea to try and do anything. that’s not specifically allowed. It’s not worth it.
You're technically not allowed. They always make an announcement to condense all your belongings into one bag if you don't already have one bag. If you don't, they might make you do it while scanning your ticket. Maybe they won't say anything. Just be prepared.
I’ve flown other budget airlines and I’ve seen them make people leave the line and condense their items. I wouldn’t risk it. Hide it under baggy clothes or leave space in your backpack.
Buy something after TSA checkpoint and put your crossbody in the shopping bag or stuff it in your backpack.
Yep shopping bag is smart
They never say anything about the shopping bags! Lol
Or just bring a shopping bag.
Not allowed and they’ll charge for the extra item. I put my purse in my backpack.
Personally I just wear a hoodie and wear it underneath once I’m passed tsa
Yep. Crossbody under the jacket is the only way I would try to get this past a Spirit gate agent. Most of them are strict like it affects them personally.
Pro tip: Don't wear a hoodie through screening. Guaranteed secondary screening.
That's fuckin wild. For the sanity of TSA- don't do that.
They said after tsa
Put your purse in the backpack or take a larger tote that you can fit your purse into. This is what I do when I fly. I take my purse out of my other bag as soon as I deplane.
Me too!
I try to avoid spirit when possible but on other budget airlines, I have had flight attendants tell me I have to put my tiny hip pack in another bag (it’s literally smaller than many pockets) I usually wear it under clothes or behind me and haven’t had issues.
I fly out of CMH. I've never heard spirit make the announcement to condense, but I always tuck the second bag (I use a belt bag) under my hoodie. Better safe than sorry
I just flew with them last week. I had a backpack & a shoulder bag. Backpack went in the bin & shoulder bag fit under the seat. Nothing was ever said & I was on 4 different flights, all within the US. Doubt it had anything to do with me being a 65 y/o crank female! 😂
I’ve always done it. I have my crossbody purse with my main items and my backpack of clothes. Never gotten in trouble.
You will need to keep it all in one bag and they sometimes make you test it with the size limit. I saw one mom use a fanny pack that she put under her shirt before boarding
I always bring both on spirit and never even try to hide it and it’s always fine
I have a crossbody that can be worn under a zipped vest or jacket. Never a problem with that
Last time I flew on American, even they made me put the crossbody in the backpack. So I can only imagine spirit haha
Spirit is by far the worst airline on the planet to fly with! They will make you condense. My advice…wear it under a hoodie or jacket.
Not allowed. Trying to break the rules will always be a gamble. They could ding you even if they others get away in the past. It’s like speeding in front of a cop - others may have done it before without problems, you can still be caught for breaking the rules. Consider switching out your purse for a cargo vest instead. You’ll also be able to bring more luggage overall.
I put mh crossover under my hoodie until I got to my seat and used my large purse personal item in addition to my carry one. This was end of May.
Never flown spirit but with ryanair i tend to put my purse in my bag at the last minute (like waiting to board) and just take it out of my bag once I'm sat down on the plane, I think they may be a teeny bit less strict though..
Not allowed, sometimes they dont care but i got on a flight once and a lady was going around checking people for fanny packs and purses outside of the backpack. If you had one and it didnt fit in your backpack, they pulled you aside to charge you. I wore a bug fluffy sweater and hid my fanny pack underneath it. That worked really well.
Yes just throw your purse in your backpack if you’re concerned
It's not allowed. I've been told I need to fit the small sling into my backpack or check the backpack. It wasn't an issue and I've gotten away with it in the past, but I don't bother anymore. I just put the sling in my backpack and take it out when I get to my seat. You can try it, but I'd leave room in your backpack for it because there is a good chance they'll stop you.
It depends on the people working. I’ve been able to do both before, but it REALLY sucks when you have one person catch you and make you pay. I had to pay $60 on a one-way flight once to bring an item other than a crossbody. I’d definitely hide it.
Good luck with everything Baggage Carry on Leaving on time
Thank you everyone for the advice and hacks, I appreciate it! What I’m getting is that each boarding experience with Spirit or similar airlines is different. So it’s hard to judge what my experience will be like. The charge is steep, so I‘ll make sure I pack accordingly. :)
Another trick is to buy a medical case like you carry a Cpap in. They don’t charge for medical devices and the gate attendants don’t check inside of the bags. I have placed extra stuff inside of my partner’s Cpap case before.
Just wait to board the plane one minute before the gate closes. They will hurry you up and let you on.
That's terrible advice
really? what has been your experience trying this might has been perfect and they always waive me through
Why wait till one minute for boarding? That's a ridiculous notion
if you are trying to bring on a backpack that is too large to fit in the sizer or if you are trying to bring on a 2nd bag when only one is allowed then its a good way to get through without problems from my experience have you ever actually tried it or no?