American Airlines shouldn't have charged you $80 for your checked luggage. So much for "free" bags. While I'm on the subject, let me object to the term "free" anything, and especially luggage.

Half a century of travel for this company has seen its management come to a significant change, one that aligns with ...

But American Airlines, among others, might be the next to shake things up. In 2025 the airline has been rumored to be making plans to implement a revised baggage policy that could redefine what ...

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 ...

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The airline's decision comes amid pressure to improve profitability, particularly as other major U.S. carriers, including American, United, and Delta, have already raised baggage fees in recent years.

Southwest Airlines will start charging for checked bags on May 28. See how fees compare to other airlines and who still qualifies for free bags.