Sun Country Airlines (IATA: SY) is a Minnesota-based ultra-low-cost carrier focused primarily on leisure travel. Operating from its dominant hub at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), Sun Country flies passengers to warm-weather vacation destinations and seasonal ski markets, with route demand shifting heavily by season.
What sets Sun Country apart is its genuinely hybrid business model: alongside scheduled passenger service, the airline operates a substantial charter and cargo flying business, including a long-running dedicated cargo agreement flying for Amazon Air. This diversified revenue mix — passenger leisure travel plus cargo and charter contracts — helps smooth out the seasonal swings inherent to a warm-weather leisure network. FareOptic compares Sun Country fares to help you find the best SY ticket price.
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Sun Country operates the vast majority of its scheduled passenger network from Minneapolis-St. Paul.
Choose between value-focused Economy and Premium Economy on select longer routes.
Sun Country Rewards is the airline's loyalty program, letting members earn points on flights and the co-branded credit card, redeemable for future travel and upgrades.
Members earn Sun Country Rewards points on paid fares, redeemable toward future Sun Country travel.
The Sun Country credit card offers bonus points on everyday spend plus travel perks like free bags.
Rewards are structured around Sun Country's leisure network, making it a fit for frequent warm-weather and ski travelers.
Points can be redeemed for flights across Sun Country's scheduled passenger network from Minneapolis-St. Paul.
Sun Country's low base fares include only a personal item; bags are add-ons unless bundled into a Premium Economy fare.
| Bag / Policy | Economy | Premium Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Personal item | Free | Free |
| Carry-on bag | Fee — from $30 | Included |
| 1st checked bag | Fee — from $35 | Included |
| 2nd checked bag | Fee — from $45 | Fee — from $45 |
| Weight limit per bag | 50 lb | 50 lb |
Booking bags online in advance is cheaper than at the airport. Verify current fees at suncountry.com.
Opens 24 hours before departure at suncountry.com. Print or save your boarding pass to your phone.
Use the Sun Country app on iOS or Android to check in and access your mobile boarding pass.
Counters and kiosks are available at MSP and all destination airports; gates typically close 15-30 minutes before departure.
All Sun Country tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase for a full refund, provided the flight departs at least 7 days out.
Standard Economy fares carry a change fee plus any fare difference. Fees can vary by route and season.
Cancelling a non-refundable ticket outside the 24-hour window typically issues a future travel credit.
Because Sun Country's network shifts seasonally, some routes are only offered part of the year — always confirm your dates are within the active season.
Snacks, meals, and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on all Sun Country flights.
Select routes offer Premium Economy with extra legroom, priority boarding, and included bags.
Behind the scenes, Sun Country's dedicated cargo fleet flies scheduled freight for Amazon Air, a distinctive part of its business separate from passenger flights.
Winter brings dedicated seasonal flights from Minneapolis to popular ski destinations, a signature part of Sun Country's leisure network.
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Sun Country operates a distinctive hybrid business model that combines scheduled leisure passenger flights with substantial charter and cargo flying, including a significant dedicated cargo operation for Amazon Air. This diversified revenue base — passenger leisure travel plus cargo and charter contracts — sets Sun Country apart from most other US low-cost carriers.
Yes. Sun Country operates a dedicated cargo division that flies scheduled freight service on behalf of Amazon Air under a long-term agreement, alongside its scheduled passenger operations. This hybrid passenger-and-cargo model helps Sun Country diversify revenue beyond seasonal leisure travel demand.
Sun Country's dominant hub is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), from which it operates the vast majority of its scheduled passenger flights, especially heavy winter routes to warm-weather and ski destinations.
Sun Country Rewards is Sun Country Airlines' loyalty program. Members earn points on flights and the co-branded credit card, redeemable for future travel, seat upgrades, and other perks. It is designed around Sun Country's leisure-focused customer base.
Sun Country's standard Economy fare includes one free personal item; carry-on and checked bags are paid add-ons, generally cheaper when purchased online in advance. Premium Economy fares on select routes include a free carry-on and checked bag.
Sun Country focuses on leisure travel from Minneapolis-St. Paul to warm-weather destinations like Las Vegas, Orlando, Phoenix, and Fort Lauderdale, plus seasonal ski routes in winter. Its network is heavily weighted toward vacation demand rather than business travel.