Breeze Airways vs Frontier Airlines: fleets and facts compared
Breeze Airways (United States) and Frontier Airlines (United States) side by side: fleet size, main aircraft type, founding year, hubs and status, each from our database with its source and date. Both list Orlando International Airport as a hub or base.
- 64Breeze fleet, as of 31 August 2026
- 165Frontier fleet, as of 30 June 2026
- 1shared hub
- United States · Hubs CHS · TPA · PVD +3 · founded 2021Active
- United States · Hubs DEN · MCO · LAS +3 · founded 1994Active
At a glance
Each fact from our database. A grey tint marks the larger value in a row; it is not a verdict.
Shared hub, outlined above: MCO.
Data last updated: Breeze Airways · Frontier Airlines
Fleet breakdown
Aircraft types as each source reports them, largest first.
Breeze Airways fleet1 type
Frontier Airlines fleet4 types
Baggage & fees compared
Human-reviewed summaries. Rules change, so check the airline's own site before you book.
Breeze Airways
Breeze's help centre article "Bag Allowance and Dimensions" sets out these limits. Sizes and weights only; carry-on and checked bags are bought separately or come with a bundle.
- Personal item: one per guest at no charge, such as a purse, briefcase, small backpack or laptop bag. It must fit under the seat in front and not exceed 17 x 13 x 8 inches.
- Carry-on bag: one per guest, bought individually or included in bundles. Maximum 22 x 14 x 9 inches including handles and wheels, and no more than 35 lb. If overhead bins are full, carry-ons may have to be checked.
- Checked bags: maximum 62 linear inches (length + width + height) and 50 lb. Larger or heavier bags are charged as oversized or overweight. Bags over 99 lb or 80 linear inches are not accepted.
- Pet carriers count as the personal item. The under-seat space at standard and extra-legroom seats is 17 x 8 x 13 inches, and carriers do not fit under Breeze Ascent seats.
Bags cannot be removed within 24 hours of departure. Source: Breeze Airways Info & FAQs, "Bag Allowance and Dimensions" and "Carry-On Bags", read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
Frontier Airlines
Frontier's Bag Options page lists these limits. Sizes and weights only; only the personal item is included in the base fare.
- Personal item: included on every fare. Maximum 8 in deep x 18 in wide x 14 in high. Its size is checked at boarding.
- Carry-on bag: paid extra unless included in a bundle or status benefit. Maximum 10 in deep x 16 in wide x 24 in high and under 35 lb.
- Checked bag: paid extra unless included. Maximum 62 linear inches and under 40 lb, as shown on the page on the date read.
- Frontier Elite members may bring a carry-on free. Passengers on an Elite 100k member's booking may also bring a carry-on and/or check one bag free.
- Verified active-duty military passengers may bring one carry-on and check up to two bags free, including oversized or overweight bags. This does not extend to companions.
The weight limit for checked bags shown here (under 40 lb) is lower than the 50 lb used by many US carriers, so check it against your booking. Source: Frontier Airlines, "Bag Options", read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
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Frequently asked
Which has the bigger fleet, Breeze Airways or Frontier Airlines?
Frontier Airlines has the larger published fleet. Breeze Airways 64 aircraft (Press report, as of 31 August 2026); Frontier Airlines 165 aircraft (Airline report, as of 30 June 2026).
Is Breeze Airways cheaper than Frontier Airlines?
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?
Frontier Airlines was founded in 1994, Breeze Airways in 2021.
Do Breeze Airways and Frontier Airlines share a hub airport?
Yes: Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Are both airlines currently flying?
Yes. Both are active in our directory.