What’s Behind the High Costs of Checked Bags in Airports? This Obscure Rule Sheds Light
Five major American airlines have increased their checked bag fees since January 2024. Let’s take American Airlines for instance. In 2023, it cost $30 to check a standard bag with the airline. Today, by March 2024, American Airlines has raised that to $40, which is a whopping 33% increase. As someone who studies travel as…