Posted 2/23/2024, 8:36:22 PM
United Airlines Raises Checked Bag Fees by $5, Citing Higher Fuel and Labor Costs
- United Airlines is raising checked bag fees by $5 for most coach travelers flying within North America, now charging $40 for the first checked bag or $35 if prepaid
- This follows similar moves by American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue earlier this year to increase checked bag fees
- United has not raised checked bag fees since 2020; the airline cites higher fuel and labor costs
- United MileagePlus elite members and credit card holders will still get free checked bags as part of their benefits
- Southwest Airlines remains an exception, still offering 2 free checked bags to passengers, a key part of its customer value proposition