Sun Country Airlines vs Volaris: fleets and facts compared
Sun Country Airlines (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.
- 47Sun Country fleet, as of 30 June 2026
- 155Volaris fleet (group), as of 30 June 2026
- United States · Hub MSP · founded 1983Active
- 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: Sun Country Airlines · Volaris
Fleet breakdown
Aircraft types as each source reports them, largest first.
Sun Country Airlines fleet3 types
The type counts add up to 69 of the 47-aircraft total, as the source reports them.
Volaris fleet4 types
Baggage & fees compared
Human-reviewed summaries. Rules change, so check the airline's own site before you book.
Sun Country Airlines
Sun Country's Bags and Optional Services page gives the following limits. Sizes and weights only; bag options other than the under-seat item are charged for.
- Under-seat item (included with every reservation): up to 17 x 13 x 9 in, such as a purse or backpack, which must fit under the seat in front.
- Overhead bag (paid option): up to 24 x 16 x 11 in and 35 lb, and must fit the sizer box. Only travellers who have bought this option may use the overhead bins.
- Checked bag (paid option): up to 62 linear inches (length + width + depth) and 50 lb. Heavier and larger bags cost extra.
- Maximum accepted: 80 linear inches or 100 lb. Bags of 70 lb or more are not accepted on flights to or from Canada, Jamaica and Puerto Rico.
- Four or more checked bags must be arranged by phone or at airport check-in.
- Mobility devices and needed medical equipment do not count as extra overhead bags.
Source: Sun Country Airlines, "Bags and Optional Services", 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, Sun Country Airlines or Volaris?
The two figures count different things (one covers a whole airline group), so they are not a like-for-like comparison. Sun Country Airlines 47 aircraft (Airline report, as of 30 June 2026); Volaris 155 aircraft, a group figure (Airline report, as of 30 June 2026).
Is Sun Country Airlines 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?
Sun Country Airlines was founded in 1983, Volaris in 2006.
Do Sun Country Airlines and Volaris share a hub airport?
Not in our data. Sun Country Airlines lists MSP; Volaris lists GDL, TIJ, MEX, CUN, MTY and BJX.
Are both airlines currently flying?
Yes. Both are active in our directory.