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Southwest Airlines will begin charging for checked bags on May 28, 2025, joining other major U.S. carriers in increasing ...

It still performed better than American Airlines, however, which has for years brought up the rear in terms of baggage performance. Allegiant performed best. Travelers judge their airlines on many ...

But American Airlines ... turning away bags that barely exceed the limits. Travelers report that gate-side confrontations over luggage have become almost as common as long TSA lines.

Here's what some of Southwest's competitors charge for checked bags: American Airlines baggage fees: For domestic travel, American Airlines charges $40 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second ...

Still, a recent Air Travel Consumer Report shows that American Airlines mishandles about 40,000 bags a month (out of 8.6 million), so it's not a bad idea to slip an AirTag into your luggage for a ...

American Airlines is expected to introduce significant changes to its carry-on baggage policy in 2025, which could impact budget-conscious travelers and frequent flyers. While the airline aims to ...

But American Airlines ... turning away bags that barely exceed the limits. Travelers report that gate-side confrontations over luggage have become almost as common as long TSA lines.