Allegiant Air vs Volaris: fleets and facts compared
Allegiant Air (United States) and Volaris (Mexico) side by side: fleet size, main aircraft type, founding year, hubs and status, each from our database with its source and date. Both are among the larger low-cost airlines in North America in our directory.
- 124Allegiant Air fleet, as of 30 June 2026
- 155Volaris fleet (group), as of 30 June 2026
- United States · Hubs LAS · AZA · SFB +3 · founded 1998Active
- Mexico · Hubs GDL · TIJ · MEX +3 · founded 2006Active
At a glance
Each fact from our database. A grey tint marks the larger value in a row; it is not a verdict.
Data last updated: Allegiant Air · Volaris
Fleet breakdown
Aircraft types as each source reports them, largest first.
Allegiant Air fleet3 types
Volaris fleet4 types
Baggage & fees compared
Human-reviewed summaries. Rules change, so check the airline's own site before you book.
Allegiant Air
Allegiant's Optional Services & Fees page sets out the following limits. Sizes and weights only; carry-on and checked bags are charged for, and charges vary by route.
- Personal item: one, free of charge, up to 8 x 14 x 18 in (20 x 35 x 45 cm).
- Carry-on bag (paid): one, up to 10 x 16 x 22 in (25 x 40 x 55 cm). No weight limit is stated.
- Checked bags (paid): up to four per passenger, each up to 80 in (203 cm) in combined length, width and height and 50 lb (22 kg). Bags of 51 to 100 lb (23.1 to 45.4 kg) are treated as overweight.
- Measurements include wheels, handles, pockets and decorations.
- Car seats, strollers, mobility aids and assistive devices are not charged as baggage; a car seat or stroller may need to be checked at the gate.
Source: Allegiant Air, "Optional Services & Fees" (baggage section), read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
Volaris
Volaris's baggage policy page (Spanish-language Mexico site) sets out the following. Sizes and weights only; the same limits apply on domestic and international flights.
- Personal item (all fares, Zero, Básica and Plus): one small item such as a backpack, handbag, briefcase or laptop case that fits under the seat in front, maximum 35 x 45 x 20 cm.
- Carry-on bag: included with Plus, or added to Zero and Básica. Maximum 55 x 40 x 25 cm and 10 kg. The personal item and carry-on together must not exceed 20 kg.
- Checked bag included in the fare: Básica includes one bag of up to 15 kg and Plus one of up to 25 kg. Zero includes no checked bag. Maximum size is 158 cm (length + width + height).
- Extra checked bags: up to five per booking, each up to 25 kg and 158 linear cm. The absolute maximum per piece, including overweight, is 45 kg.
- Special items: musical instruments up to 200 linear cm and sports equipment up to 280 linear cm.
Source: Volaris, "Política de equipaje", read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
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Frequently asked
Which has the bigger fleet, Allegiant Air or Volaris?
The two figures count different things (one covers a whole airline group), so they are not a like-for-like comparison. Allegiant Air 124 aircraft (Airline report, as of 30 June 2026); Volaris 155 aircraft, a group figure (Airline report, as of 30 June 2026).
Is Allegiant Air cheaper than Volaris?
Fares change by route, date and demand, so neither airline is always cheaper. This page compares fleets and published facts, not fares. To check prices for a trip, search both airlines for the same dates.
Which airline is older?
Allegiant Air was founded in 1998, Volaris in 2006.
Do Allegiant Air and Volaris share a hub airport?
Not in our data. Allegiant Air lists LAS, AZA, SFB, PIE, PGD and BNA; Volaris lists GDL, TIJ, MEX, CUN, MTY and BJX.
Are both airlines currently flying?
Yes. Both are active in our directory.