Those New Airline Fees
August 2nd, 2008
According to the Washington Post, this is the latest information from the airlines on fees for checked baggage: Keep in mind that charges may again change and it’s smart to check with your airline prior to your flight. The amounts below are all PER PERSON. Size is measured by adding the length of the case plus the width plus the depth. The figures below are all for domestic travel and overseas travel may differ. Additionally, keep in mind that the charges generally apply to new reservations. If you booked your flight before the increase, they usually do not charge you.
AirTran
Checked bag fees: first, free. Second $10 on line and $20 at airport. Third $50
Overweight fees: 51-70 pounds $29, 71-100 pounds $69.
Oversize bag fees - 62-70 inches $29, 71-80 inches $69
Carry-on limit - 55 inches
American
Checked bag fees: first $15, second $25, third to fifth $100 each, sixth $200
Overweight fees: 51-70 pounds $50, 71-100 pounds $100
Oversize bag fees: 63-115 inches, $150
Carry-on limit - 45 inches and 40 pounds
Continental
Checked bag fees: first free, second $25, third $100
Overweight bag fees: 51-70 pounds $50
Oversize bag fees: 63-115 inches $100
Carry-on limit - 51 inches and 40 pounds
Delta
Checked bag fees: first free, second $25, third to 10th $80 to $180 each
Overweight bag fees: 51-70 pounds $80, 71-100 pounds $150
Oversize bag fees: 62-80 inches $150
Carry-on limit: 45 inches and 40 pounds
JetBlue
Checked bag fees: first free, second $10, third $75
Overweight bag fees: 51-70 pounds $50, 71-99 pounds $100
Oversize bag fees: 63-80 inches $75
Carry-on limit: 50 inches
Northwest
Checked bag fees: first $15, second $25, third $100
Overweight bag fees: 51-70 pounds $50
Oversize bag fees: 63-80 $100
Carry-on limit : 45 inches
Southwest
Checked bag fees: first & second free, third $25, 4th and additional $50 - $110 each
Overweight bag fees: 51-70 pounds, $25, 71 - 100 pounds $50
Oversize bag fees: 63-80 inches $50
Carry-on limit: 50 inches
United
Checked bag fees: first $15, second $25, third and additional $125 to $250 each
Overweight bag fees: 51-100 pounds $125
Oversize bag fees: 63-115 inches $125
Carry-on limit: 45 inches
US Airways
Checked bag fees: first $15, second $25, third and additional $100 each
Overweight bag fees: 51-70 pounds, $100 to $200
Oversize bag fees: 62-80 inches $100
Carry-on limit: 51 inches
Use the above only as a guide and always check with the airline you’re using. We do have portable scales to keep you within the limits whether going or returning home. We also have many items designed for lighter weight travel. There are even travel jackets and travel shoes. Small sized travel bottles allow you to bring less. Woolite packets are convenient so you can wash out your clothing. Carry on luggage should be within the limits specified. The overhead compartments are very crowded, and you’ll need to keep your bag “slim” and do not overstuff! Several companies such as Prolite luggage, Vera Bradley luggage, Tumi luggage, Briggs & Riley luggage and Hartmann luggage make slightly smaller carry on pieces that may work better in the conditions today.
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