Baggage
Passengers are allowed to take on board hand luggage with a maximum size of 55 cm x 40 cm x 25 cm, and weighing up to 10 kg. The maximum weight of checked baggage is 23 kg, size up to 157 cm (sum of all dimensions).
Winair Baggage rules
Winair Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Winair (WM) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026IATA: WMFounded 1961HQ: Princess Juliana International Airport, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
About Winair
Explore the latest Winair (WM) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Winair or Windward Islands Airways International was founded in 1961. It is a Dutch regional airline based in Sint Maarten. The carrier operates a small fleet of turboprop aircraft connecting destinations within the Leeward Islands in the North East Caribbean. Winair maintains many codeshare agreements with international airlines serving the area.
Airline codeWM
Main hubSXM
Alliance-
Destinations18
Countries15
Fleet9
Popular Winair routes
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SXM to SBH | SXM to Gustavia | 15m | 123 | NONSTOP | |
| SXM to SAB | SXM to SAB | 20m | 23 | NONSTOP | |
| SXM to EUX | SXM to Oranjestad | 25m | 21 | NONSTOP | |
| SXM to EIS | SXM to EIS | 45m | 12 | NONSTOP | |
| SXM to SKB | SXM to Basseterre | 30m | 8 | NONSTOP |
Winair hubs and focus cities
Route map
Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience
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Cabin comparison
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyATR 42 / 72 42-500 | 76 cm | 46 cm | 8 cm |
Winair baggage allowance
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.Travel policies
Pets
Small pets can be transported in the cabin, if the total weight of the animal and the carrier does not exceed 6 kg. The carrier's dimensions must not exceed 66 cm x 60 cm x 91 cm for pets traveling in the cabin. Dogs, cats, and poultry are accepted for carriage as checked baggage if the animal's and the carrier's total weight do not exceed 7 kg.
Flying with pets on WinairInfants
A child older than seven days and younger than twenty-four months is considered an infant. An infant not occupying a separate seat will be carried at 90% of the adult fare when an accompanying adult passenger is included in the reservation.
Winair Infants policyCheck in rules
The airline does not offer online check-in on its website. Instead, passengers must check in at the airport. The airline recommends that passengers arrive at the airport two hours before their scheduled departure time. Check-in desks at SXM, SAB, EUX, and SBH close 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. At all other airports, check-in desks close 60 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
Winair Check-in rulesUnaccompanied minors
Winair does not accept unaccompanied minors aboard the De Havilland Twin Otter (DHC). Winair accepts unaccompanied minors on Avions de Transport Regional (ATR). Children over the age of six may travel alone. Accompanied minors are required for children ages 5-11.
Unaccompanied minors in WinairOn-time performance
85.27%On-time arrivals
22.06 minAverage delay
99.44%Completion rate
0.56%Cancellation rate
Winair FAQs
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Winair.
What are Winair’s standard checked baggage limits?
The limits are 23 kg and 157 cm in combined dimensions.
What checked allowance does Winair provide for infants?
An infant may check one 10 kg bag.
How should I identify baggage for Winair?
Put your name, phone and email outside, and an itinerary copy inside.
Which sports equipment does Winair refuse as baggage?
Hang-gliding equipment, kayaks, canoes and windsurf or sailboards are refused.
What personal item does Winair allow?
Adults and children may each bring one 3 kg underseat item.
What cabin baggage is allowed with an inclusive Winair fare?
It allows one 6 kg case plus a personal item.
What happens to a case on a Winair fare excluding carry-on?
It must be checked at the airport for a fee.
What is the first step for missing Winair baggage?
Before leaving the airport, ask a Winair agent for a Property Irregularity Report (PIR). Keep a copy and reference.
What should I do if Winair baggage is still missing after 48 hours?
Declare it online as missing or delayed and retain the case number.
What documents are needed for a Winair missing baggage claim?
Provide your pass, ticket or booking reference, baggage tags, PIR and expenditure receipts.