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United Airlines hikes checked bag fee by $10 as fuel prices continue to climb
United Airlines became the second U.S. carrier in a week to raise check bag fees as the industry grapples with a more than 80% jump in jet fuel costs.
TL;DR
- United Airlines increased its checked bag fee by $10.
- The new fee is $45 for first checked bags paid in advance, and $50 if paid within 24 hours of the flight.
- This increase applies to domestic, Mexico, Canada, and Latin America itineraries.
- The fee hike is attributed to a surge in jet fuel costs, which have nearly doubled since late February.
- JetBlue Airways also recently raised its checked bag fees.
- Certain groups, such as United Chase credit card holders, MileagePlus Premier members, active military, and first-class travelers, may still receive free checked bags.