Golf is a popular sport all around the world, but especially in the US. As the name suggests, this sport is mostly played on the golf course, which is why you’ll usually find golf clubs in the luggage of golfers when they travel.
If you’re traveling to or from Florida, you’ll need to check with the state department of health to see if you need a golf cart or golf trolleys to transport your clubs. If you’re on a spirit airlines flight, you’ll need to determine how much weight you’re allowed to bring on the plane. We’re going to walk you through the process of calculating how much golf equipment you need to bring on a spirit airlines flight so you can create an itinerary and not worry about packing extra weight.
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The Importance Of Calculating Club Weight
People who play golf generally try to limit the amount of weight they have to bring on the flight, especially if they’re traveling internationally. The reason behind this is simple – if you’re traveling internationally, you’ll likely need a golf trolley, which can transport multiple sets of clubs, or you’ll need to rent one. This is not the case if you’re traveling domestically. The reason behind this is airlines generally don’t allow multiple sets of clubs on board, so you won’t need to rent a golf trolley to transport your clubs. This makes the calculation of how much you’ll need less complicated. You simply need to know the weight of a set of 4-6 golf clubs, which is usually around 10 to 15 pounds.
How Much Weight Can I Bring On A Spirit Airlines Flight?
Spirit Airlines allows people to bring on certain amounts of weight free of charge, as long as they meet the following criteria:
- You’re a member of the frequent flyer program.
- You’re going to or returning from Florida.
- You’re not checked bag.
- Your ticket is confirmed.
- You’re traveling in Business or First Class.
- You’re over 18 years of age.
- You’re not in wheelchairs or baskets.
- You have a medical device (like a medical oxygen tank) that needs to be transported in the overhead compartment. If you want to bring this along, you’ll need to pay a supplemental fee.
- You’re not carrying pets.
- You’re not carrying bicycles.
Once you’ve determined that you fit the criteria, you can proceed to the check-in with Club Card, present the Club Card at the security checkpoint (after passing through the metal detector), and enjoy your free baggage. You do have to pay for a bag check (if you have one), but it’s pretty cheap (usually less than $10).
What If I Don’t Want To Use The Club Card To Check In My Clubs?
You don’t need to use the Club Card to check in your clubs at the airport, you can use whatever method you normally use to pay for your ticket. The only difference is the Club Card gives you special privileges, so it’s usually better to use it whenever possible. It’s also more convenient for the airline to have the Club Card vs. paying with cash or a credit card at the airport.
Are There Any Restrictions On The Kinds Of Clubs I Can Bring On A Spirit Airlines Flight?
There are no restrictions on the kinds of clubs you can bring on a Spirit Airlines flight, as long as they meet the criteria mentioned above. You can bring a putter, driver, wood, irons, sand / grass pitchfork, fishing rod, spoon, cup, bats, baseball, softball, golfer, ski, skull cup, horse tack, ice skate, or surfboard. The main thing is you need to know the weight of each type of club in order to determine what’s allowed. The list of prohibited items is pretty much self-explanatory. You’re not allowed to bring weapons of any kind on the plane, including guns, knives, bayonets, switch blades, or daggers.
Additional Tips
There are a few other things you might want to keep in mind if you’re flying on Spirit Airlines.