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Airline baggage fees chart, updated

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Airline baggage fees chart, updated

Posted by George Hobica on Thursday, July 15, 2010

Here we list, airline by airline, fees for checked bags on major US airlines. These fees are for domestic economy class travel (which in some cases includes Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and Canada) only and may be higher on international flights. 

There are all kinds of exceptions to these fees, especially for certain classes of frequent flyers and military personnel. These fees are cumulative and are double for round-trip travel. They are subject to change and were accurate to the best of our knowledge as of Apr 22, 2010.

If you're a heavy packer, you'll want to fly with Airtran, Alaska, Frontier and Southwest, even if there's a cheaper fare on another ailrine.

For our international checked bag fee chart, click here.

Airline

First checked bag

Second checked bag

Additional bags

Overweight bags

Oversized bags

Airtran

 $0 $15

 $10 paid online, $20 at airport $25

 $50

 51-70 lbs (23-32kgs): $29 $39

71 to 99 lbs: $69 $79

62-70 total linear inches: $29 $39; 71-80 inches $69 $79

Alaska

 $15; $20 for travel on or after June 16

 $0 $20

3rd, $20; 4th or more $50 each

51-100 lbs: $50

 63-80 inches: $50; 81-115 inches: $75
Allegiant At flight check in, $35; gate checked bag: $35; purchased online: $14.99-$29.99 At flight check in, $35; gate checked bag: $35; purchased online: $14.99-$29.99 "Subject to additional fees" "Subject to additional fees" "Subject to additional fees"

American

 $25  ($15 to/from Canada)

 $35  ($25 to/from Canada)

Bags 3-5: $100; 6th or more: $200

51-70 lbs (23-32kgs): $50; 71-100 lbs: $100. These fees may be higher on international routes

63 inches and over: $150

Continental

 $23 ($2 more if not paid online)

 $32 ($3 more if not paid online)

 $75 nonstop/$100 connecting

51-70 lbs (23-32kgs): $50
Over 70 lbs not accepted.

63 inches and over: $100

Delta

 $23 ($2 more if not paid online)

$32 ($3 more if not paid online) $50 for European travel

For travel within the US and Canada: Third bag: $125; Bags 4 to 10 $200 each;  For travel to Europe: no charge for first bag, $50 for second; $200 for 3rd,  $350 for 4th and 5th, $600 for bags 6-10).

51-70 lbs (23-32kgs): $90 ($150 for travel outside US)
71 to 100 lbs: $175 ($300 each outside US)

 63-80 total linear inches: $150 $175

Frontier

 $0 $15 $20

 $25 $30

 $50

51-100 lbs:    $75

63-80 inches: $75 

JetBlue

 $0

 $20 $30

 $75

51-70 lbs: $50; 71-99 lbs: $100

63-80 inches: $75

Spirit

Checked bags: $19 paid online ($25 if paid at airport);

Carry on bag (effective Aug 1, 2010): $30 online, $45 at airport; $20 for $9 Club members (one "personal item" free)

$25 (online or at airport)

Bags 3-5: $100 (online or at airport)

51-70 lbs: $50

71 to 99 lbs: $100

62-79 inches: $100; 80 inches and over: $150 

Southwest

 $0

$0

3-9: $50; 10 and more: $110

51 -100 lbs: $50

62-80 inches: $50

United

 $25  ($2 discount if paid online)

 $35 ($3 discount if paid online)

 Bags 1-4: $125; 5th or more: $250

 $100

63-115 inches: $125

US Airways

$25 at airport, $23 online

 $35 at airport, $32 online, $50, online, to Europe ($55 at airport)

 Bags 3-9: $100

 51-70 lbs (23-32kgs): $70

71 to 99 lbs: $120

 62-80 total linear inches: $100
USA 3000 $15 if bought online, $25 otherwise $25 Extra bags "subject to availability" Over 50 lbs $25 extra; Over 70 lbs. Not accepted  

Virgin America

$25 (up to 70 pounds)

$25 (up to 50 lbs)

Bags 3-10 $25

51-70 lbs $50; 71-100 lbs $100

$50 (63-80 linear inches)
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I think its highway robbery that airlines charge so much for luggage. especially in this bad economy. my boyfriend and I bought a ticket to vegas that ended up costing us an additional unexpected 100 to fly. Next time we will fly southwest or better yet drive
by of geamy on Tuesday, July 27, 2010
When you travel you're obviously going to bring luggage. There are those that take advantage of that and bring a kitchen sink and their garage that caused this whole thing to begin with. However, it seems the airlines are taking advantage of this as well. THANK YOU SOUTHWEST AIRLINES! If southwest airlines can do it so can they. Add price to the package not the luggage. Jackalope you might want to re-evaluate yourself, your logic is broken.
by BadBusiness on Monday, July 26, 2010
I think they should charge $100.00 for carry-ons to eliminate the ludicrous hassle in the aisles and speed up boarding and unloading. Checked bags should be free.
by jackalope on Monday, July 26, 2010
When you have to have to change planes do you pay baggage for each leg of flight?
by Trina on Sunday, July 25, 2010
Are these rates round trip? And if you connect with another airline do you pay it twice each way?
by JBoy on Friday, July 23, 2010
If I check one 65 inch total dimension bag with Airtran will I pay only $39 or $54 ($39 oversize fee and $15 first checked bag fee)?
by keywestbiscuit on Monday, July 19, 2010
I usually fly casino junkets and have not paid airline baggage fees. I just booked a flight for my son to Florida to volunteer at a wildlife refuge. Then I find out I have to pay an additional $23 for him to check his bag. Guess volunteering will soon be out of the question to distance places as the flight is over $200 then tack on an additional baggage fee of $23 through Delta and the cost of volunteering has become to high. Why does 1 bag cost so much? I'll be finding a new airline...if they all charge that much, his volunteer time will be better sent closer to home and the airlines will loose money. Carry on is the way to go...if you are flying Delta
by GaTwister on Sunday, July 18, 2010
Stop whinning and travel with a carry-on. There is a lot to consider about baggage. The baggage must be weighed so plane is not flying with excess weight. There are a lot of salaries to be paid for the extra baggage which needs to be handled. This all is a no brainer. A carry-on bag solves all the problems. You do not have to wait in any lines to check bags or to claim them your baggage is always with you and therefore free of possible thief. Pack monotone and just being a couple of pants and several more shirts or blouses. You can always rinse your clothes if need be. Be smart, be savvy and save at the same time by bringing just a carry-on.
by Jaye on Friday, July 16, 2010
I am going coast to coast to visit family...on AMTRAK! So sorry Delta...
by Adoptsalot on Thursday, July 15, 2010
airline companies are going to start losing fliers with prices going up the way they are.
by SLR on Thursday, July 15, 2010
News Flash - Southwest just adds the fees to the cost of the ticket, they are NOT the low fare leader anymore!
by epegoblue on Wednesday, July 07, 2010
extra charge for a few changes of cloths, no way I will be driving.
by crow on Tuesday, July 06, 2010
Aer Lingus will hit you up for $50 for the second bag (New York JFK to Dublin, Ireland, July 5, 2010). My aversion to contemporary commercial aviation is not about fear, but about loathing.
by anumber1 on Monday, July 05, 2010
Instead of flying to Washington DC we are driving down.We will not pay one hundred dollars to fly my baggage
by Namrat65 on Saturday, July 03, 2010
These fees continue to suck. They were initiated when fuel costs were much higher. If at all possibel I will fly only on Southwest but this isn't possible for international flights. I think it is criminal that they are continuing to charge these fees!!!!!
by horsechick on Saturday, July 03, 2010
What airline will let me pay for my bags at the same time as I make the reservation on line. (making the most of my miles)??
by marsh on Monday, June 28, 2010
What happens if you book through priceline and it has you change airlines midway through your flight? Do you get charged by EACH airline?
by nothappy on Sunday, June 27, 2010
my daughter was moved from a Continental flight to a United Air flight and had to pay baggage fees even though she is a one pass continental member and would not have had to pay the fee if she hadn't been bumped to United. What's up with that? Any Recourse?
by id guy on Wednesday, June 23, 2010
do they charge per flyer or per family? oh and hi everybody:)
by Tom on Wednesday, June 23, 2010
u didnt help me at all!!!!!!!!!!!
by Will on Wednesday, June 23, 2010
you guys all complain about these fees & claim that the airlines are going to go bankrupt... well you're wrong. these fees bring in the industry 5 billion dollars a year. and no, southwest will not 'win' this war - they are missing out on millions of revenue & their investors aren't fans.
by robin on Wednesday, June 23, 2010
I think paying extra for checked luggage is a total rip off. People don't have extra money for luggage fees. I like Southwests policy they understand that people don't have extra money in these hard times.
by Babs7710 on Tuesday, June 22, 2010
i fly 2-3 times a year visiting my children; all you folks out there just continue to try to fly SOUTHWEST....no x-tra baggage fees, great service
by megreg on Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Amen Jimmy !! I thought the same thing. Haven't flown in over 2 years and when I got hit with a surprise charge at the gate (after buying my tickets online) I was LIVID...repeat LIVID. The counter clerk says "well...we've had this for over two years". I don't care I said, haven't flown in over two years plus this sort of thing should be paid for up front (online) if an extra charge is going to be imposed. I bet that one airlines will back out of this and refuse to charge customers and they'll win the hearts and business of customers. Will drive before I fly for another reason now.
by boomer on Sunday, June 20, 2010
I think the cost of checking two bags should be included in the advertised price on travel sites like expedia, priceline, travelocity, etc. Compare apples to apples!
by HateBaggageFees on Wednesday, June 16, 2010
these fees are crazy
by joey on Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Hey don't worry these airlines can just keep taking as much rope as they need. I've already stopped flying for anything less than a 6 hour drive. When these morons go bankrupt they'll get the hint.
by Jimmy on Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Someone please come to travellers rescue. It s day light robbery charging for bags and both ways. As tourist within america it is very frustrating. We must travel with clothes and shoes and also even buy more including souvenirs. SCRAP BAGGAGE FEES PLS.
by Ayo on Monday, June 14, 2010

by on Wednesday, December 31, 1969
That's why 99% of the time I fly Southwest; 1st, 2nd bags are FREE. I drive 2 hrs to Raleigh to catch the plane. PLUS SWest has better customer service and the flight attendants are much more friendlier.
by charlottewoman on Thursday, June 10, 2010
How can i get a comprehensive CD with all airlines national and international baggage pricing?
by xzaiver on Tuesday, June 08, 2010
I agree with all of you. Take a look at www.aerbuddy.com. It's a new start-up that claims to combat bag fees by paying them if you book through their site. Definitely worth a try on your next travel!
by james on Monday, June 07, 2010
I think the Airlines are being very greedy; the fees are just to expenses. If they had to access fees it should have been $5.00 dollars for first bag then 5.00 more there after. "They have taken the fun out of traveling". Only in America when businesses decide what type of business they want to open knowing the cost and services needed to run the business ,then pass the expense to their consumer.
by lucille on Saturday, June 05, 2010
Airlines charging baggage fees is the final straw for me. They recently reported that airline fees are about the same as last year. Sure, because baggage fees, curbside check fees, seat selection fees etc etc. are NOT included in this years average fees. Southwest has got it right and I try to steer my travel in that direction. They are a true value for the dollar and have an excellent attitude from gate to gate. I have got hundreds of thousands of miles accumulated with United and Alaska. Dump your miles, they really are not worth very much. Screw the loyalty programs, they devalue the miles, change the award levels and only USE the programs to Use you. And finally, when you consider everything and start heading toward to little skinny seat with the person in fron that reclines right into your face,...I have expanded my driving radius and have never regretted it.
by actorgws on Thursday, June 03, 2010
Guess I'll be driving more, than flying. Prices are ridiculous & should be cheaper, especially for round trip flights. Airlines will definitely lose money w/less passengers.
by cha-cha on Thursday, June 03, 2010
What a bunch of money grabbing bastards....of course they charge an arm and a leg for a ticket and then they have the nerve to charge for baggage, not one way but both. The first should be free, are we suppose to travel naked or something? I will never fly on another Delta Airline again, they have the highest fees out of all the airlines and their customer service and attitude stinks......
by ur8up on Wednesday, June 02, 2010
Why can't the airline baggage fee be good for both way instead of recharging you second time on the return trip???????
by aj on Wednesday, June 02, 2010
Maybe freqflier could help the "little old" lady heave her bag up in the bin. No Boy Scout, I guess.
by GRANDMA on Wednesday, June 02, 2010
I think they should let you take two bags free, pay for the rest. They should charge you for any carry-ons other than a purse and laptop. The carry ons are seem to be the problem with keeping on time etc. Heck if they got rid of carry ons all together they may be able to add more seats on an upper deck....Go figure
by scuppers on Wednesday, June 02, 2010
I agree with SPIRIT-- if airlines charged for CARRY ON LUGGAGE they would do better. And I wouldn't have to stand in the aisle waiting for little old ladies to try to heave their entire travel wardrobe up into one of the bins.
by freqflier on Thursday, May 27, 2010
I totally agree with previous poster who said "We should all picket and boycott the airlines for charging for bags, charging for seat choice, charging for food and snacks, charging for early check-in, charging for flight insurance, making seats tiny and then charging large Americans for two seats because they don't fit in one, etc. It's too much!"
by Wll on Tuesday, May 25, 2010
what aabout carrying air concentrators for personal uses on board
by flosie mae on Monday, May 24, 2010
FYI - the fees are one way, even if you book round trip. UNITED REP told me that they were round trip baggage fees, went to fly home I had the choice of leaving my bags at Tampa or paying additonal 75 (3 person X 1 bag each). I will never take UNITED AGAIN.
by JR on Sunday, May 23, 2010
this policy of paying for checked baggage sucks ! Just another way of screwing the passengers.
by lstaircavvet on Saturday, May 08, 2010
Why some airlines charge for checked luggage and Spirit for carry-on. That will hurt those who rarely flies and/or who is on a limited/little income (like me). What do they want me do - wear all your clothes at the same time. I not wearing the same clothing for several day in a row (if going on vacation for more than 1 day). SHAME ONYOU ! ! !
by Peter T on Thursday, May 06, 2010
I still won't fly SW. As a family with two small children, we have been seated apart due to their boarding policy. And once I spend the (minimum) $10 to get an earlier boarding time, any savings has been lost. SW is totally not family friendly. Currently, I fly pretty much ANY other airline, and simply ship our stuff. We carry on food for the kids, and a few snacks for us, our laptop, and a backpack of toys. So yeah. No Spirit airlines either. Frankly, if there were a time effective way to go coast to coast without the airlines, I would stop flying. I have already cut our air travel by more than 80%, due to the fees and policies. Their loss.
by Ladyg on Thursday, May 06, 2010
We should all picket and boycott the airlines for charging for bags, charging for seat choice, charging for food and snacks, charging for early check-in, charging for flight insurance, making seats tiny and then charging large Americans for two seats because they don't fit in one, etc. It's too much!
by flyinhy on Thursday, May 06, 2010
Thanks for this service, George.
by paxdonnaverde on Monday, May 03, 2010
Thanks George, for giving the updated Airline baggage fees chart, great to find fees for checked bags on all US airlines at one place, tell me something about airlines check in online (http://www.checkmein.eu/) also.
by robert on Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Even with the baggage fees. Delta and Continental are still cheaper than Southwest and I leave from phoenix. $300 less to Orlando. Check all the prices and if you only have one bag then you are likely to get a better price than SW
by Jima330 on Monday, April 26, 2010
southwest and jetblue are my new favorites!!!!! Just wish they covered more destinations...
by joschmojo on Thursday, April 22, 2010
Have always flown on southwest - recently went delta since southwest did not fly to desired destination - not aware of fees for luggage - thank you southwest for letting travel be an enjoyment rather than a priviledge
by meme on Thursday, April 22, 2010
Long live Southwest Airlines. Forget the rest.
by ET on Thursday, April 15, 2010
Thank you soutwest airlines all travel will be with you.
by bebe on Tuesday, April 13, 2010
This is insulting! It's too much for greediness! Somebody has to do something. Airlines are legal thieves. SHAME ON THEM!
by Insulted on Sunday, April 11, 2010
I pledge to only fly Southwest to avoid the extra fees...with a 6 month old its the best decision. Only a matter of time before they start to charge for strollers and walkers.
by bb518 on Friday, April 09, 2010
to Jorge630 please post the name of such company that will take your bags for you at a cheaper rate. These airlines started with these fees when the economy started to take a turn for the bad but so they actually think this is the way to stay in business when so many people can barely afford the plane ticket imagine the baggage fees. i see so many people traveling this summer by car or train as it is just cheaper then flying
by Moni on Thursday, April 08, 2010
Read my lips... HIGH SPEED RAIL. Folks in this country just won't wake up will they? Door-to-door high speed rail beats air for distances up to about 1000 miles or so when you factor in time taken to get to the airport (most US cities do not have efficient mass-transit links to get folks in and out of their airports), negotiate airport check-in, security screening, luggage retrieval and then get out of the airport to your final destination. Governments need to stop bailing out the US airline industry and stop subsidising this inefficient (time, money, energy) mode of transport. Let airfares rise to the true cost of providing the service and high speed rail will win out hands down.
by Laughing at Americans on Wednesday, April 07, 2010
jet blue charges $30 for 2nd bag
by sunshine on Wednesday, April 07, 2010
This table now needs a new column: Carry-on bags - Spirit announced today it is charging a fee for carry-on luggage.
by Dizneyfreak on Tuesday, April 06, 2010
With the fees, everyone tries to bring as much as then can with them. If it doesn't fit, they gate check with no fee. I think those people should be charged DOUBLE. I'm sick of not finding room for my normal size carry on. I'm sick of having flight attendants ask me to put mine under the seat leaving me less leg room just because others needed the overheads. And I'm sick of the fees. Today I read that Spirit air is going to charge for carry on bags. It's just a matter of time before all passengers have to step on a scale and pay per pound.
by Scott5148 on Tuesday, April 06, 2010
I can't even begin to put in words how angry I am about the airlines and their baggage policies. The greed and ripoff companies in this country are what make it horrible to fly these days. I am angry before I even get on the plane and others are too. I was told I might not be able to bring on my small - under the seat carry-on once because too many people brought too much overhead carry on luggage. Now how is it better to have a ton of luggage in the overhead bin and not under the belly of the plane in case of an emergency? DISGUSTING!!
by Disgusted by Greed on Sunday, April 04, 2010
Just finished a round trip and saw how people are avoiding those bag fees. Take them as carry ons. Agents make you leave them at plane entrance w/strollers and voila! You've saved yourself some moolah! www.thebrunswickstew.com
by Lady Hawk on Sunday, April 04, 2010
Thanks for the United details. They wont list their discount price til you buy a ticket... bastards. Also when it comes to southwest they may not charge for baggage but they sure do get their money back in taxes and fees. Def pay attention to that depending on how much baggage you've got.
by LP on Friday, March 26, 2010
Holy schmoly! I was just about to buy tickets on ALLEGIANT. They want 40 freaking dollars for ONE BAG. Which clashes with their baggage fees information pop-up that says they charge "between $15 and $25 for the first checked bag." Going to call them and ask if they care about the discrepancy, which I highly doubt. Now I'm looking at other airlines, despite the huge inconvenience factor for me. *SIGH*
by Kofikitty on Monday, March 22, 2010
I guess I'll just pack a really big and heavy carry-on, so that I won't have to be ripped off by these bloodsucking airlines. I'm going to try to fly on Jet Blue or Southwest whenever possible. I hope some of the other airlines don't change their luggage fee policy and wind up out of business.
by Miknugget on Monday, March 22, 2010
How would you like to stick it to the airlines, and help the back bone of america "the small business owners." There is a comapny who offers to carry your luggage from and to your destination for a cheaper fee than the airlines. Imagine no waiting on line to check in at the security gate and no lines at the conveyor belt. the best of all is the hastle free of traveling without bags. I think I will try that and show those blood sucker that it is a free country and we have lots of options to choose from.
by Jorge630 on Sunday, March 21, 2010
No baggage fees on International flights
by MrUK69 on Saturday, March 13, 2010
The baggage fees are rediculous, this needs to stop. We should at the least be able to check one bag without charge.
by mzcochran on Tuesday, March 09, 2010
We are considering limiting luggage, by buying what we need when we get to our destination then donating it to a charity. With the economy the way it is, its cheap to buy clothes and then give away. It's a lot easier on the back while trying to move luggage as well. This way, we win, charities win and the airlines don't.
by JoyH on Thursday, March 04, 2010
I work for Frontier Airlines and would like to note that the prices listed above are incorrect. The charge for the first checked bag is $20 and for the second checked bag is $30. Don't want people to be misinformed
by Frontierair on Thursday, March 04, 2010
I'm with all the rest. Been flying Delta forever, not any more - gonna use my skymiles, take my free flight, then DONE with Delta. Way to go. Thank goodness for competition. Spread the word. Hellooo Jet Blue.
by ew on Sunday, February 28, 2010
You didn't mention that with Spirit is charged per bag per leg of the trip. If you have a layover you can count on two baggage fees each way.
by Cinwink on Sunday, February 21, 2010
Thanks, this is helpful. but what? No Hawaiian Airlines? Hawaii is still domestic, still the USA ya know? :) I'm leaving on a trip in 3 weeks and was wondering what surprises I might be in for.
by KJ on Thursday, February 18, 2010
who has the best baggage fees for US to Europe
by Parrot Mom on Friday, February 12, 2010
Folks, this is why I ship ALL my luggage through The Ups Store now. Especially for my heavy duffle bags and ski bags, it's MUCH cheaper than any airline baggage fee. Note that even the "free" airlines such as Southwest and Jetblue will charge for these items, so why not avoid the hassel and have them delivered directly to your destination? I LOVE my UPS Store, they are always friendly, fast and efficient.
by CometoParkCity! on Tuesday, February 09, 2010
southwest jetblue the way to go. people are bringing more crap on the plan and its getting more crowded. why the f charge for baggage? the planes have empty space below. dumb concept.
by stantheman on Monday, February 08, 2010
I HAVE BEEN FLYING WITH DELTA FOR YEARS AND YEARS BUT LOOKS LIKE SOUTHWEST IS THE SH*T RIGHT NOW SOOOOOOO GUESS WHAT I AM SWITCHING TO SOUTHWEST. LOOKS LIKE EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING THE SAME. YOU OTHER AIRLINES JUST KEEP DIGGING YOUR GRAVE CAUSE YOU WILL BE OUTA BUISNESS SOON WITH THEM BAG FEES
by BAG MAN on Sunday, February 07, 2010
I had no idea about the baggage fees. I haven't flown since May 08 and there were not any than. I already bought our plane tickets through Delta...so I could get Skymiles. Well, I'm not doing that again...ridiculous, when we booked the flight nothing was mentioned of these bag fees. I'm switching to Southwest...Delta can jump in a lake.
by RunnerMom on Thursday, February 04, 2010
Thank you so much for the heads up on the baggage costs as I will be taking a trip with Continental Airlines. This is just frightful to have to pay for your bags to be put on a plane as for all the years we did not need this at all. What next tokens for the restroom??????? Anyhow thanks a bunch for letting us all know==GOOD JOB
by Lin on Wednesday, February 03, 2010
Do you have anything on Czech Airlines or Lufthansa?
by katie on Tuesday, February 02, 2010
Can you tell me if most airlines are allowing you to check a box? Also - you say these fees are cumulative, meaning - they charge a fee for checking the box & then another fee if it is over sized & a certain weight? Thanks for your help. This is a great resource site.coco
by coco on Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Just booked on Frontier, here's what they charge "Economy" fare for First Checked Bag: $20 Second #30. If you book "Classic" fare First & Second bag are free. Since we have 1 bag each "Economy" is a beter deal, however if we had 2 bags each it would be cheaper to book "Classic".
by Cindy on Sunday, January 24, 2010
How is this calculted? Is this per flight leg, or charged for the total to & from departure airport to the final destination for the flight. What is your charge if you switch airlines for a longer trip, like United for the 1st half of the trip, then Frontier for the 2nd half? Thanks, dwcport
by dwcport on Sunday, January 24, 2010
I've flown NW (Delta) for decades, and never flown Southwest. I'm switching! Delta could raise the fee again later in the year, but may include a free restroom token in the price.
by spacepilot500 on Wednesday, January 20, 2010
This is great. I'll be flying Southwest from now on. The other airlines are trying to put themselves out of business. With these fees no wonder they're losing business
by aparker7113 on Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Nice, easy way to figure out just how much you'll be paying. Thanks!
by Archer on Tuesday, January 19, 2010
I Googled "airline baggage fees" and your website was the first one I went to. Thanks a lot for the information, it was very helpful. Keep up the good work.
by ReneeMc on Monday, January 18, 2010
Wonderful info; could you add some international airlines to the list? BA, AF, CA, etc?
by Elaine Travels on Monday, January 18, 2010
Thanks for the info. This will help planning my next trip. The airline iz is tough these days. MarkLax of http://laxlacrosse.wordpress.com.
by MarkLax on Sunday, January 17, 2010
They never fail to screw the public and once again, they are making mucho dinero from us. meanwhile they can be late, leave you in a plane for hours, make you miss a flight, etc and you have no recourse and WE PAY them!!
by sumu52 on Sunday, January 17, 2010
It seems a bunch of fools thought of this stupid idea to even charge for what is necessary for travel. What next, how much oxygen a passenger is allowed to breathe. If I travel, I will not have any luggage checked. I will definitely travel light. This is totally pitiful and nnecessary, and the consumer knows it. I will go with Southwest, and I hope they travel to more places. SWA will have my business and the other big airlines can reduce the salaries of the executives to pay for what's needed to keep the flier's business.
by WillDriveMyCar on Sunday, January 17, 2010
I'm a long time AA frequent flyer. I'll be flying Southwest from now on. Southwest is the only airline that do not nickle and dime their customer. If you need to change your flight, you get to keep the money you paid as a credit for future travel as long as you do it within a year. I think they are very fair.
by traveling guy on Saturday, January 16, 2010
Like lots of others, whenever possible, I'll be gving my business to airlines that do NOT charge fees. But, here is something we can all do... don't check a bag! Fill your rollerbag to the max and as your second carry-on item, use a sizeable back back. Try to fit everything in those 2 pieces. Maybe if we are all cramming our crap into the overheads, the airlines will get?? Most likely they will begin to limit carry-ons. When that happens we can simply put on layer after layer of our clean underwear that we find so helpful when traveling!!!
by granola911 on Saturday, January 16, 2010
Have used Delta for years, hate their (and others)baggage charge, will be looking at the free bags airline in the future, as their competitor usually has the same fare, or cheaper.
by ClydetheGlide on Thursday, January 14, 2010
Guess I will fly Southwest whenever possible.
by joelimpact on Wednesday, January 13, 2010
FYI: If you take a snowboard/ski bag with you on Continental you pay $125 as they charge you the first bag fee of $25 and then add the oversize bag fee of $100 (over 63 linear inches).
by BO on Wednesday, January 13, 2010
wow this could have saved me a lot of time. i wish i would have found this site first. live and learn!
by waltnmiss on Thursday, January 07, 2010
thanks for this huge resources really very useful to me.
by Accommodation snowy mountains nsw on Thursday, January 07, 2010
EMINIATE: i flew us airways on dec 22 09 and jan 5 10 and paid $20 for my one suitcase by checking in online. in the middle of my trip i flew southwest and didnt pay for my suitcase.
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by dd on Tuesday, January 05, 2010
The new US Airways Baggage Fees are as follows: If you purchased your ticket after Aug, 26, 2009 then, 1st bag is $20.00 (online) 2nd bag is $30.00 (online). If you check in at the airport then add $5.00 to each bag.
by Harry U. on Monday, January 04, 2010
US Airways charged us $25 for our first bag checked at JAX on 1/3/10 -- Can anyone else confirm?
by Eminiate on Monday, January 04, 2010
My daughter and her husband are both in the Air Force and came to visit for the holidays. I was shocked when she called me and said Delta charged them $40 for their bags. They have traveled many times and have never been charged baggage fees. The employees at the Atlanta airport were very rude to them telling them that fees are not waived for a vacation in Vegas. They are stationed at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas! I am so disappointed! I have always flown Delta and never had a bad experience, but showing that much disrespect for the military is unforgivable to me!
by USAF mom on Wednesday, December 30, 2009
I don't understand all the complaints about paying extra for extra baggage. Airlines are in the cattle moving business and baggage takes up extra space and weight and both mean extra costs. It only seems far that people should have to pay extra and if the airlines really wanted to match costs with fares they would weigh the passengers and their baggage to determine fares. Calves and small heifers should fly for less than overweight bulls saddled with large carryon's and a bale of hay. The airlines could be a lot more efficient if they made everyone use the restroom before boarding (why carry waste products and anyone who forgets should have to use a pay toilet). Weight would also be saved by not providing beverages or food of any kind unless the flight is over 4 hours. Folks, it's mass transportation for moving herds at a time and you should pay for any service or addition that goes beyond 'sit down, shut up and wait until you're told or prodded to get off'
by heavymoo on Tuesday, December 29, 2009
I beg to differ with Paul having just experienced much higher international rates, with United it was $50 for the second and $205 for the third, but I wish you were right about them being non-existent.
by Jst got jipped on Monday, December 28, 2009
thanks dear for this great resource very useful to all.thank for sharing bunch of good information.looking forward for more updates.
by Accommodation jindabyne nsw on Saturday, December 26, 2009
Cloud Rider - You complain about "healthy" people being discriminated against. You would prefer that airlines discriminate against larger people? Your conjecture that "fat" people are unhealthy is ludicrous, immature, and uninformed. I know plenty of football players (and many others) who are well over 220 and are in extremely good health. This entire issue is nothing more or less than airlines attempting to make profits. Period. That is it! Nothing else! They have ALWAYS charged for bags (What? You don't think they weighed all those bags for fun, do you?). They estimated the total weight of the passengers, added the weight of the luggage, and left a "buffer" for safety. They charges accordingly. To add a charge for baggage (which has always been accounted for) is pure greed. Airlines have NOT been losing money because of the cost of weight. They have lost money due to mismanagement.
by Papa Smoke on Friday, December 25, 2009
Librartist2, airlines have been charging baggage fees for over a year now, maybe you should watch the news so you know what is going on in your world.
by Cloud Rider on Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Airlines should sell tickets at a value of 225 pounds combined passenger and baggage. That means at my weight of 150 pounds I can bring 75 pounds of baggage. A fat person who weighs 220 pounds gets their first 5 pounds of baggage free. Everyone then pays $1 per pound over the 225 limit. Why should I at 150 pounds pay the same as a fat person? If this is all about the cost of fuel, does a fat person not use more fuel since it is directly tied to weight? It is discrimination against healthy people!
by Cloud Rider on Tuesday, December 22, 2009
If the airlines want to charge for checked baggage, then they should be hit with a large penalty when the can't get the baggage on the same plane or lose it. Pay for pay. How about a penalty of 5X as much as we've paid to check the baggage? Seems fair?
by CLud on Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Our family typically comes to Minnesota from 3 states for Christmas. But this year, it was insane to try to bring snowpants and boots on flight due to baggage fees. My two sisters are driving here. My brother arrived today and got dinged $90 for bring the duffle bag that he has traveled NWA with for 17 years. The bag was not even heavy, just a pretty standard duffle bag but it exceeded 60 inches, length plus height plus width. Now he says he will only come every other year, and possible drive all the way from North Carolina. Good Grief!
by ImprintEd on Monday, December 21, 2009
If you are going to charge, why not add it to the price of the ticket. The ticket says TAX-USD $29.02 and TAX-USD $30.40, What is that. Do I still owe money at check-in. What is the final chage from you on any extra money needed.
by winniearchambo on Sunday, December 20, 2009
Librartist - One of the main reasons airlines have been going out of business is exactly BECAUSE they've been acting as free freight carriers for so long. I have no problem with baggage charges. Also - in reference to what is stated above - international charges are generally lower or non-existent, not higher.
by Paul on Saturday, December 19, 2009
This is more BS from airlines. There has never been a charge for luggage before. Its no wonder airlines are going out of business.
by Librartist2 on Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Check my bag on line
by jerry brooks on Monday, December 07, 2009
I just want to check my bag from Tampa,FL. to Providence R.I. that's all
by jerry brooks on Monday, December 07, 2009
Do you have a list of all the airlines that charge a fee for an extra bag internationally? (besides Delta)
by tiredflyer on Friday, December 04, 2009
This isn't a big deal for business...but for family travelers its like saying, "We don't want your business!!!" . When you have kids, hauling carry-on luggage through the airport is the last thing you need! So we take Southwest or drive for this reason. Frontier, United etc...you can kiss my 750-1500 for my family of 3 goodbye. I won't be flying your airline unless I have no other choice.
by sketch44 on Wednesday, December 02, 2009
This is the tipping point--since we can't carry-on clothes and skis, it's cheaper to drive, and the airlines will get nothing at all from us. They're just greedy.
by driving these days on Thursday, November 19, 2009
I think this is just a way for the airlines to sell ticket low then add all the fees on. So totally you will pay more.
by free games on Sunday, November 08, 2009
I always try to fly with Southwest. They seem to have the lowest fees in terms of the baggage. Once I even tries to take my wedding cake (http://weddingcakecreations.com) with me on the flight and the crew was very helpful to me and they tried to do their very best to preserver my wedding cake and they were nice enough to take a wedding cake picture (http://weddingcakecreations.com) with me and add even more great memories to my wedding experience.
by wedding cakes on Saturday, November 07, 2009
I can't understand why some airlines charge exorbitant baggage fees, while others charge far less. Can't it be regulated so they charge uniform fees?
by Traffic School on Thursday, November 05, 2009
Are golf bags still exempt for the oversize luggage weights? I believe the policy for most airlines is still one golf bag per customer, but with cost cutting recently I don't see that lasting especially for Economy tickets.
by Custom t-shirts on Thursday, November 05, 2009
great
by vigrx on Monday, November 02, 2009
the REALLY funny thing is: when the price of fuel went up the airlines said that was the reason the charges for baggage happened, but they sure didnt lower or eliminate those charges when the price of fuel went down. Nother indication about what crooks they all are, from the top dog (CEO) to the lowest member of the food chain at the airlines. They may be as bad or worse than ALL the politicians, bar none, in this country, CROOKS every last one of them.
by hntrfmhades on Friday, October 30, 2009
Nice list, but I hope it would have been excellent to include international economy class travels as well.
by Rave on Saturday, October 31, 2009
Does Northwest have routes to Europe? Delta is so heartless, that they even charge the second bag on international flights to Europe, and with a whopping $50. That's $100 round trip! Leeches!
by JohnDog on Monday, November 02, 2009
**WORLDWIDE CARRYON POLICY**

A customer may carry on board an aircraft one reasonably sized piece not exceeding 45 linear inches plus one small personal item such as a purse or laptop computer or small backpack or camera bag or diaper bag or duty free items.
by KC on Friday, October 23, 2009
Difficult for me to come to terms with the continuous price hike.
by PHP Web Developer on Saturday, October 24, 2009
You're right by suggesting that heavy packers fly with Airtran, Alaska, Frontier and Southwest. Being a heavy packer myself, I find Southwest very convenient and tolerant.
by Health Screening on Saturday, October 24, 2009
I don't understand why some airlines just charge some unnecessary large amount of money for baggage.
by Airline directory on Monday, October 26, 2009
Southwest which doesn't charge passengers for everything get a lot of customers because of that, and they make their cool money.
by Home And Furnitures on Sunday, October 25, 2009
I agree with what others are saying here. The entire paying for the "first checked bag" thing is a huge PITA. The companies should just raise the fare...but then they wouldn't be able to keep up the mirage that their prices are somehow competitive.
by Umbrella Stroller on Monday, October 12, 2009
The fee fluctuates and not effective always. I like Delta and Southwest airlines, as they don't charge for the first checked bag.
by Airlines on Monday, October 12, 2009
These changes in airfare prices makes planning for journeys so difficult. And the financial crisis (recession) doesn't help the situation either.
by Airlines on Monday, October 12, 2009
For Continental and US Air: add $5 to the first bag fee ($20 online, $25 at the airport)
by online games on Sunday, October 04, 2009
Well still i m confused! how much weight can be carried per person and what will be the additional charges?

by Lab Test on Saturday, October 03, 2009
The fee fluctuates and not effective always. I like Delta and Southwest airlines, as they don't charge for the first checked bag.
by Airlines on Monday, October 12, 2009
I find this comical actually! How many of you REALLY work in the airline industry and know what it fully entails? In all honesty, passengers brought these charges on themselves by being spoiled with so many free things for so many years. Now it's time to recover the money that was lost for many years. Still want everything for free? The past will repeat itself if not learned from.
by Stykerforce on Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Not only does Southwest not charge bag fees, but they also do not charge change fees either. You can get on another flight just by paying the fare difference (not the fare difference plus $150 like other airlines). If the price goes down, you can get a refund for the difference that can be used on another flight -- called Ticketless Travel Funds at SWA.

Southwest has better in-flight service too, free snacks and free soft drinks. It is no longer the "cheap" airline. It has the best fares (generally) and has more free "frills" than a lot of them. Just bring your iPod or similar device for in-flight entertainment.
by ILUVSWA on Monday, September 28, 2009
It is a shame that the air lines are making you pay for all of your checked baggage. First of all I don't mind paying for my 2nd bag, but to have to pay for my first check bag, I do think, as I said a shame. I don't fly a lot, so maybe I should complain, but I remember when the airlines gave you a meal, and treated you with some type of respect. With times the way they are, and the way people have to try to make it just to live, how much more money do the CEO's need. I don't think the employees who work the ticket counters, check the bags, to the cleaning, are the ones making all the extra money that the airlines are receiving for all the extra fees that they charge. If I have to pay all the extra money that they charge, then pleas give me some respect when I do fly.
by reavie05 on Monday, September 28, 2009
One very important consideration that was missed is the exemption of these fees for members of frequent flyer programs
by Paid Surveys on Tuesday, September 29, 2009
also for continental: The fee to check second bags for economy travel between Europe and the 50 U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada is $50 on tickets purchased on or after Aug. 27, 2009 for travel on or after Sept. 15, 2009. The fee is $45 for second bags that are checked and pre-paid at continental.com.
by paul on Thursday, August 27, 2009
shame on you, usair! your planes are small, we were squeezed to the bone, the carpet under my seat had dry vomit! no snack!WHY DID I HAVE TO PAY THAT $20?
by maama on Thursday, August 27, 2009
Linda, you really don't make a point. When you go on travel for 1+ months, you need to bring alot of items. I go to Europe once every year for at least a month. I now have to pay 100$ for my second bag (Round trip) . Not everyone flys for vacation and brings everything but their kitchen sink. Fees for airlines going international is bull****, and the airlines know it too.
by Steve on Friday, September 11, 2009
The fee is effective for tickets purchased after September 13 for travel after November 1. Southwest and Delta are now the only two airlines that don't charge for the first checked bag.
by Club Penguin Cheats on Friday, August 28, 2009
" We have the power of the checkbook; use it, and stop complaining.
by Reality Check on Thursday, July 23, 2009" - You do not speak for us. As customers we will complain as we see fit. If you do not like our complaining, take your web searches elsewhere.
by Frank on Sunday, August 30, 2009
Has anyone ever tried to get a baggage fee refunded when the airline loses or delays the bags? Tell us your story!
by on Wednesday, August 12, 2009
I would just like to let everyone know that SouthWest totally rocks!! I just returned from a deployment to Iraq, and we received several care packages from this most awesome company. Not only do they believe in customer satisfaction, but they also support our military!! They will be my first choice in air travel as long as they maintain their current level of anti-retardedness.
by Hopeless on Sunday, August 09, 2009
It is printable Richard A
by DClookey on Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Just checked Continental and there are no fees for international travel, such as to Europe and Asia.
by BrewedTX on Wednesday, August 12, 2009
For Continental and US Air: add $5 to the first bag fee ($20 online, $25 at the airport)
by paul on Thursday, August 27, 2009
Of course they don't charge for international flights. Remember we live in the United States where we are all supposedly rich, so we pay more for everything, prescriptions, health care, baggage fees, whatever ! ! ! ! ! ! !
by Poopsie on Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Airlines have every right to charge fees for bags because they have a direct impact on what is likely their second biggest operating cost (fuel...labor costs being the largest operating costs--thanks unions!), and capitalism works because we can shop airlines that charge no fees (Southwest #1) or that charge lower fees (American) than the "ultra discount" carriers. Now, seat selection fees? That is a crock, but it is the market at work. I don't fly airlines that charge fees I don't want to pay. We have the power of the checkbook; use it, and stop complaining.
by Reality Check on Thursday, July 23, 2009
Well, if any one is truly getting sick of all of this crap that the airlines are pulling, why not take a train? they still go to all major city's and allot of smaller ones, its considerably safer than flying, and it wont take much longer (including the time spent at airports with security and the like these days) they're much more spacious and comfortable.
And best of all, no major security checkpoints, borderline (or not so borderline) invasions of privacy, all of the things that many of us have come to hate about flying these days.
by SteamNut on Sunday, July 26, 2009
American airlines charges are wrong
by wrong on Sunday, July 26, 2009
Is anyone else seeing another problem here with extra baggage fees? The airline is essentially going onto the express courier service business just like UPS, FedEx etc, without any apparent consumer recourse for poor quality, rude, mishandled or botched service. I doubt I am the only one to notice that airlines treat you and your bags with far less respect and reliability than the courier companies in getting your "packages" delivered on time and in good shape. My sister just had her bags lost after paying extra fees. When they finally arrived two days later, waking her up after midnight to deliver them, she discovered the bags had been searched somewhere on route and the handlers had neglected to repack the bag into its original carefully and neatly packed condition (ie: they were a mess). All her gifts and belongings arrived smashed and broken because of it. Now if that were FedEX how long do you think they would stay in business treating the customer like that? If the airlines charge and accept extra dollars above and beyond the fees already built into an airline ticket, then they have entered into a specific and, I should think, legally binding contract with the customer to deliver their packages in a timely and safe manner. They need to be held accountable for the quality of their work. They have been moaning about lack of profits for so long no one seems to dare to hold them accountable for their own culpability in their (in)ability to run a business; and that business includes customer satisfaction!
by Ombudsman on Wednesday, July 29, 2009
This is bulls***. I am already paying so many stupid fees. Why in the name of God do I have to pay to check my bag? Does anyone travel for a week on a two way ticket without checked baggage? If cost have gone raise the price of my ticket to cover my f***ing bag.
by Angry Paasenger on Thursday, July 16, 2009
WHAT THE F_ _ K!!!! It has been a few years since I've had to call on the service of the Airlines. I must say, I am still trying to understand the fees. This is a TOTAL DISGRACE...... How can the airlines be allowed to do this to SOME people, when the people who can afford to pay do not have to pay. It's bad enough when the tickets are already HIGH AS Hell!!!!, and you have to figure out how to pay baggage fees both departing and returning. This being the case, the consumer should just buy the freaking airline, because we are paying for everything as it is. If it were not for a family emergency YOU would not get a dime of my money..........
by SP on Sunday, July 19, 2009
These fees are for each way so make sure you double the fees
by flyermb on Monday, July 20, 2009
This is what capilism does, and what's worse is that the companies that want to do business the honest way, have no other choice but to follow suit and cheat because they will be out of business from the competition. I think that sad though, reward the cheat and punish the honest.
by Donjuanw on Tuesday, July 21, 2009
It makes sense to charge for baggage. People who carry more bags should pay more than people who carry fewer.
by jimstoic on Thursday, July 09, 2009
What's next, Katrina?? A charge to use the restroom....$5 for a #1, $10 for a #2 !!!!
by mars43 on Tuesday, July 14, 2009
What's next, Katrina?? A charge to use the restroom....$5 for a #1, $10 for a #2 !!!!
by mars43 on Tuesday, July 14, 2009
I gladly pay more to fly JetBlue. I wish several of the nickle-n-dime companies would just die already!

Baggage fees don't actually mean most people pay for their bags. It means people slow down the security checkpoints and endanger other passengers by lugging heavy crap onto the plane and into the overhead bins instead of checking them. People have been seriously injured (I've seen it happen right in front of me and will no longer sit in an aisle seat bc of it) from morons lugging inappropriate bags on instead of checking them. Overhead bins open in turbulence or super-morons pull their bags down and smack other passengers in the head.
by KD on Tuesday, July 14, 2009
I just traveled on a NWA/Delta which I thought was the cheepest ticket. I used a comp certificate since out last flight we spent a day in a airport we were never suppose to land at then night in another cuz we missed our conection with two kids under 5. So we flew again on a ticket costing 180 and ended up paying 300 with all the baggage fees. Got hit with a litle over 50 and payed the highest $90 charge. I wish I knew about all these fees ahead of time. Southwest just won our family!
by Trisha on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I remember 50 years ago in Australia, we were weighed with our bags before flying. Ah, the bad old days. I love Jet Blue. Never fly any other airline. They are the best. On time, great extras, good coffee and snacks.
by Raven on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Are these still current? They are constantly changing these numbers it seems.
by Luggage and Suitcases on Monday, July 06, 2009
It's easier and more comfortable to drive.
by ownpool on Thursday, July 02, 2009
why don't they allow the first bag for free and charge those with the massive carry on bags?
by bill from ohio on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
So now the object is to get seats in back of plane as they supposely load these passenger first after frequent fliers, etc. This way you can get your carry on the plane. Why is the overhead filled above my seat?
by DaveB on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
On June 17 Southwest began charging $50 for the third checked bag, of course still checking the first two for free.
by susan on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Lisa A said What needs to be done, is we need to get congress to outlaw some of these fees and create a transparency of pricing so they can all play on a level field. I just paid $50 more for a Southwest flight but will save money on the total - go figure. Please write you congressman!
- sorry Lisa. Not everyone wants the government to tell us what time to eat everyday. Take over your life and feel free to shop around darlin.

by susan on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
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by nobaggagefees on Friday, June 12, 2009
Very valuable info. We we aware of Southwest but no JetBlue so it was helpful and will link to this paage for other readers to find.
by New York Forum on Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Airlines all complain about lower passenger volumes. WAKE UP AIRLINES, WE ARE TIRED OF RIDICULOUS EXTRA FEES, NO SERVICES, STUFFED PLANES, TINY CRAMPED SEATS, NO FOOT ROOM, EXTRA SMALL LAVATORIES we are your "CUSTOMERS" REMEMBER THOSE ? ? ? NOT CATTLE.
by BarbraBean on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
This chart is a great resource, thanks! I'm really glad you keep it up to date as well.

For any of you who are struggling with luggage fees, especially when returning from a vacation or trip, I'd highly recommend purchasing a portable, digital luggage scale.
by Luggage Scales on Monday, June 22, 2009
Informative, but I hope you keep the site updated and it would be great to add a chart if international flights are charged. It's not clear if any airlines charge for international. thank you
by travelmom on Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Personally, I think the whole charging for baggage - especially the first bag is disgusting and just another way to rip off customers - what the heck do they think we are supposed to wear when we go away, and with the restrictions on carry on items one almost always has to have checked bags... its just plan greed on the airlines part.
by disgusted of az on Monday, May 25, 2009
We should vote for Southwest with our wallets.
by JC on Friday, May 29, 2009
Does anyone know about how much the average stand bag with case weighs? Will it be oversized and overweight?
by jongolfs on Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Some of these airlines are finding themselves in a bit of a spot, as other airline reduce their ticket prices and hide the charges in luggage and other fees. It LOOKS like they are charging less when they are not, forcing other airlines to also charge the fees to be able to compete on ticket price (mostly due to internet site taking over the ticket selling). What needs to be done, is we need to get congress to outlaw some of these fees and create a transparency of pricing so they can all play on a level field. I just paid $50 more for a Southwest flight but will save money on the total - go figure. Please write you congressman!
It would be nice if Travelocity, Orbits, etc would put the price of baggage into their calculations too.
by Lisa A on Monday, June 08, 2009
Think about this; I weigh 165#s and I have to pay $15.00 for my first bag 50# or less. If my bag is 51 -70#'s I have to pay $65.00. The person in front of me weighs 265#s pays the same. Maybe the airlines should charge a total weight, Bag + Passenger. You stand on the scales with your luggage and pay accordingly.
by Airborn on Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Thank you for this wonderful website. My family of 7 often travel and we've gone exclusively to flying Southwest because of no bag fees. You add bag fees on to a family of seven and the price to travel becomes outrageous. How is it that SW can make money without these fees and provide fabulous service. Go Southwest!!!
by Family of 7 on Saturday, May 23, 2009
Alaska Airline is now charging $15 for the first baggage effective May 1st. Please modify your chart.
by on Tuesday, May 19, 2009
For the record, Jet Blue ROCKS!! On the other hand, Southwest made a good bid on their jet fuel so they are getting it really cheap comparitively speaking. Once that ends, you can pretty much count on them charging for luggage too! Sorry for the bad news...
by jj on Sunday, May 24, 2009
I do not know whether I will be liable to pay extra baggage charge on my return flt from CVG to BOM on flt AI-140 via JFK on 8 June 2009 , although I have booked my return tikets on 5th March 2009 from Bombay. it shocking that there is no sourse available to get exact informaion...
by Belosay on Sunday, May 24, 2009
Looks like Alaska Airlines is now going to be charging for the first bag. Hopefully people will have the sense to stop flying them as a result.
by Steve on Sunday, April 26, 2009
US Airways will be jacking up their baggage rate to $20 for the first bag and $30 for the second starting on July 9th, 2009 if you don't pay for your bags online. This is getting rediculous. Might as well just ship your bags UPS a few days prior! Going to start flying exclusively Southwest soon.
by tj on Friday, May 01, 2009
SORRY - 2 free bags are for international flights.
by donaldam on Saturday, May 02, 2009
AA does not charge fees for the 1st two bags under the weight/size limit, NOR do they charge for a boxed bike if one has only one other checked standard item
by donaldam on Saturday, May 02, 2009
I can't believe that US Air charges $100 each way for a golf bag. Of course it is over 62" total linear inches, all golf travel bags must be. We just found out about this $200 round trip fee, so we will not be able to take our clubs to play at a resort that included free golf in its price. Renting and cart fees would be $98/day, so that is out of the question too. We are upset because we were really looking forward to this trip and playing golf in another country.
by Traveler2323 on Wednesday, April 08, 2009
I'm flying a group flight with my cheer team on april 30th and we will return that monday which is may 4th. The lady on the phone at american airlines in the pittsburgh international told us that the bag fees would be $30 for the first bag. Either this chart is not correct or the lady lied to us. But we are now flying jet blue where we will not pay any bag fees because of our large group.
by kay1120 on Monday, April 13, 2009
I'm saying this because I like to travel myself, not just for business, especially since most of you aren't in my area anyway.

Take your bags to your nearest shipping store (UPS Store, FedEx Office, Pack & Ship, etc.) and just ship them out instead. It gets delivered to your door, it's trackable, insurable, and 9 times out of 10 it's cheaper. Some stores will even pick your packages up for you, just call and ask.

It makes a whole lot more sense than dealing with the geniuses at the airline counters, and since most mail and parcel centers like mine are independently owned and operated, you're helping out a local business rather than filling the coffers of these airlines that are now charging you for the privilege of buying a ticket(Spirit Airlines).
by UPS Store Owner on Thursday, March 26, 2009
I just learned today, April 23, 2009, that Alaska Air will begin charging $15 for the first checked bag. Here is what their web site has to say:

"Alaska Airlines or Horizon Air passengers traveling on tickets purchased or reissued on or after May 1, 2009 for travel on or after July 7, 2009, will be charged $15 for the first checked bag* and $25 for the second checked bag.

*The first checked bag service charge is pending Canadian government approval for passengers traveling to/from Canada."

I am an Alaska Air card holder and mileage plan member who is now questioning the loyalty to the airline. Even after their wonderful (not really) baggage handling outsourced team destroyed a piece of luggage, I still would fly them. Every time I look at flying somewhere I would always check to see if Alaska had service into or near my destination. Way to go Alaska Air, I will now begin to shop around and may end up feeling the "Love" from Southwest.

From one disappointed Alaska Airline passenger.
by Traveler97s on Thursday, April 23, 2009
Just got this email from USAir making it sound like they're doing us a favor by letting us pay the baggage fees online.

Checking bags? Pay online. It's worth it!

Save time and money when you check in online. Beginning July 9, 2009, you'll be able to pay for checked bags when you check in online - $15 for your first checked bag and $25 for your second. For customers who choose to pay for checked bags at the airport, there will be an additional $5 service fee, so save a few when you check in online!

People shouldn't do it. It's obvious it was such a log jam at check in it was costing them more to collect it than it's worth. Make them stick it back in the ticket price so we can get true price comparisons online. That's the real reson they want the hidden fees you know?
by njbillt on Thursday, April 23, 2009
For all you surfers out there that travel, United is charging 175.00 for 1 board, 2 in a bag 350.00, thats 700.00 roundtrip for 2 boards, pretty insane, I will no longer use UA, continental is 2 in a bag for 100.00, Hawaiian is 2 in a bag for 100.00, check the carraige rules before you book a trip, paying a little more for airfare, with a airline that doesn't jab it to you for surfboards, in the long run saves you, in Hawaii they are especially bad about how many boards you have in a bag, they really stick it to you there, beware!!!!
by liz on Thursday, February 26, 2009
I'm 6'7" tall. 1 - I barely fit on a plane to begin with. 2 - My clothes already cost more than most of my fellow flyers. 3 - I can't pack my "carry-on" with my clothes when I travel (see 1 & 2 above). Therefore I HAVE to check my bag. I shouldn't HAVE to PAY to check a bag. For my fellow travellers, I'm tired of stepping over all of your little roll-arounds. Getting hit on the head, because you can't lift your 60 lb. roll-around into the overhead. Lastly, no, I won't help you put it in the overhead because you can't reach or lift the weight!
by tm on Wednesday, February 25, 2009
I was against paying for bags but now I'm thinking it actually better to pay for everything. Heck we should be paying per pound for body weight also, that's what costs fuel to fly. If all things were fair every passenger would be paying a seat cost, a personal weight cost, and a baggage weight cost. That way if you fly light, you fly cheap.
by shawn on Monday, March 02, 2009
we are all not light in weight,and that is for you bloggers that keep mentioning pay by the pounds..If you can not aford to fly STAY HOME..
by Evonne on Saturday, March 07, 2009
I can understand an additional charge for over-sized/over-weight bags but why are there increasing amounts for each additional bag? I am not a heavy packer and could fit everything into one large suitcase but I prefer to take two small bags that I am able to lift.
This is discrimination against physically challenged people!

Oh yeah, thanks for the chart.
by spike on Tuesday, January 27, 2009
I've just decided I'm not flying any more. I'm tired of all the extra crap I have to deal with. I either won't go, or I'll drive. The luggage charge is the straw that broke my back.
by jmarks6205 on Thursday, January 29, 2009
SPIRIT AIRLINES NOW CHARGES YOU TO PICK YOUR SEAT ONLINE.
WHAT ELSE IS NEXT ? COIN SLOT FOR THE TOILET ?
by MICKEY MOUSE on Saturday, February 07, 2009
just booked with air tran. they should tell you your charges when buying tickets. Iwould have used southwest.
by kim on Monday, February 09, 2009
The general $15 fee for each bag is for one way, right?
So R/T is $30? That's insane, and sad.

by me on Monday, December 22, 2008
Does anyone believe it's possible that with fuel going down, the baggage fees may be dropped? I know it's a long shot, but I was just curious.
by mamafruitcake on Monday, January 05, 2009
Hmmmmm....now that gas prices are low, why are they still charging for the first bag???????
by CheKin on Wednesday, January 07, 2009
These are a great help! But Continental it says the first bag is free!
by Jes on Sunday, January 25, 2009
This is a total ripoff... Airtran charged us $39 each on duffles that had pillows in them because of the measurement on our outbound flight but not on the return... what nitwits came up with asking us to bring more luggage on board?
by lupdy on Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Please add Virgin America to your chart. They are definitely becoming competitive on their routes, and so far their baggage fees are reasonable enough (knock on wood) to sway me toward them over the other majors on many occasions. Thanks.
by musicianswife on Thursday, December 11, 2008
Continental did not charge me for my first checked bag from IAH to LAX this week (Nov 27, 2008), they may have postponed charging for the first bag based on info above. Hopefully I will not have to pay on my way back!
by DaughterNature on Thursday, November 27, 2008
I hope people give the airline industry the message by only flying Southwest. Sadly enough, people still bought tickets with American Airlines after the first bag fee was implemented.
by Steve on Tuesday, December 16, 2008
If you are traveling on two airlines and one you have frequent flyer standing so your first bag is free what happens with the other airline? I am beginning my trip with my usual airline but my return will be checked in by another airline which is what my first of three flights are. Will they charge me a bag charge for that one short, flight?
by knitab on Friday, December 12, 2008
OVERLOOKED WAS AMERICAN WAIVES FLEQUENT FLYIERS TOP TIER MEMBERS AND ANYONE TRAVELING INTERNATIONAL.
by MICHELLE on Saturday, October 18, 2008
Goodness, people don't read sometimes! :)

"There are all kinds of exceptions to these fees, especially for certain classes of frequent flyers and military personnel."
by on Tuesday, October 21, 2008
This is out of date. Be sure to check your air carriers website so you're not surprised when you get to the ticket counter.
by Crystal on Saturday, October 18, 2008
I already had problems every finding a spot for my tiny roll-aboard bag when flying for business. Now those of us with legitamately small carry-on luggage will have to compete with those just trying to stuff big bags in overheads so they can avoid fees. Another genius stroke by the airline industry.
by PKK on Wednesday, October 22, 2008
I think they should just have a weight limit and weigh the passenger with the bag. Smaller people can take a bag free.
by NKM on Thursday, November 13, 2008
Frontier started charging to breath on the plane, they don't feed you either.

UsAirways requires that everyone close their eyes for the entire flight and NO TALKING EITHER.
by klogo on Wednesday, September 17, 2008
One very important consideration that was missed is the exemption of these fees for members of frequent flyer programs. For instance, United waives most fees for pretty much all of the membership types. And International is NOT usually higher, it's usually LESS (such as first 2 bags are free)
by Shannon on Thursday, October 02, 2008
One very important consideration that was missed is the exemption of these fees for members of frequent flyer programs. For instance, United waives most fees for pretty much all of the membership types. And International is NOT usually higher, it's usually LESS (such as first 2 bags are free)
by Shannon on Thursday, October 02, 2008
Does anyone know how to measure a baggage? Does the 'linear inch" include the height of wheels and handle?
by SP Lim on Monday, October 13, 2008
Alaska's baggage policies have changed. They are charging effective 07/01/08. Just a note to those reading up on this subject.
by R.M. on Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Frontier is now charging $15 for the first checked bag. The fee is effective for tickets purchased after September 13 for travel after November 1. Southwest and Delta are now the only two airlines that don't charge for the first checked bag.
by Jake on Wednesday, September 17, 2008
if week bought tickets before they decided to charge for luggage - do we have to pay the fee?
by janine on Friday, July 25, 2008
Why
by klogo on Wednesday, September 17, 2008
No kiddin Dennis
by klogo on Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Have there been any additional fee increases since you posted the Baggage fee list by airline on your blog 5/28/08.By the way this is a very helpful list ,thanks I am in the travel expense department an this will come in handy
by Erika on Monday, July 07, 2008
United charging $15 for first bag, beginning with tickets bought on June 13, 2008 and after.
by Sonny on Thursday, June 12, 2008
Recently charged $50 (not $29) by AirTran for oversized bag. Creative (and rude) agent measured my bag along the curved edges (as opposed to side to side) and this added 4 inches. When I questioned it she said "pay the $50 or get out of line".
by Mike on Thursday, July 10, 2008
Notice that Southwest is one of two airlines that doesn't charge for a second bag. That is because they are one of the few profitable US airlines.
by Davin Peterson on Friday, July 25, 2008
Great chart - would like to see a column added for golf/sports equipment.
by Paula on Friday, July 25, 2008
Very helpful, thanks. Would be nice to include the allowable baggage dimensions for carry on as well.
by jet on Friday, May 30, 2008
No! I don't want to pay more on MY ticket for all those packing-challenged people who think they have to bring everything but the kitchen sink in their suitcase. Let them pay for all those bags and all that weight, not me!
by Linda on Friday, May 30, 2008
Love the chart - Wish it was "printable" . It would also be nice to have the restrictions on carry on as well.
by Richard Auth on Saturday, May 31, 2008
George, you're already out of date on Alaska. They announced bag fees this week.
by David G on Friday, May 30, 2008
Anybody know if you can pay with a credit card at the Skycap?
by Amy Alkon on Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Found your info on checked bagage very helpful but how about including other airlines. There is a world outside of the USA.
by Dennis Taylor on Thursday, May 29, 2008
Why not just raise ticket prices? I think this is just a way for the airlines to sell ticket low then add all the fees on. I would rather pay more for my ticket and no fees to pay. What is next???
by Katrina on Thursday, May 29, 2008
Great chart! And of course, Great Website.

Thanks
by Gary on Friday, May 30, 2008
Most interesting that the only airline making money is the only airline that doesn't charge for every little thing. Go Southwest!!!!!
by Kathy on Thursday, May 29, 2008
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