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United joins American Airlines, Jet Blue and other carriers in recently upping their fees to check luggage.
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United joins American Airlines, Jet Blue and other carriers in recently upping their fees to check luggage.
(Reuters) -United Airlines on Friday became the third major U.S. airline to hike checked baggage fees for customers traveling in North America after American Airlines and JetBlue Airways announced similar increases. United passengers flying economy in the U.S. after Feb. 24 will pay $40 for a first checked bag, or $35 paid in advance. A second checked bag will cost $50 at the airport and $45 in advance.
United joins American Airlines, Jet Blue and other carriers in recently upping their fees to check luggage.
American Airlines said higher bag fees are meant to help offset pricier fuel.
American Airlines said higher bag fees are meant to help offset pricier fuel.