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United Airlines is the latest U.S. airline to increase baggage fees in response to rising fuel prices.
“United Airlines is increasing the first and second checked bag fees by $10 for customers traveling in the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Latin America starting with tickets purchased on Friday, April 3,” the Chicago-based airline told USA TODAY in an April 2 email.
This is the first time in the past two years that the airline has increased baggage fees.
For checked bags that are paid for within 24 hours of the flight, the price of the first checked bag will increase from $40 to $50, the second checked bag will increase from $50 to $60, and the third checked bag will increase from $150 to $200.
However, travelers can get discounts by prepaying their baggage fees online in advance. The new price will go from $35 to $45, the second from $45 to $55, and the third from $150 to $200.
United Chase credit cardholders, MileagePlus Premier members, active-duty military members and those traveling in premium cabins will continue to be able to check their bags for free, the airline added.
This news follows JetBlue Airways’ decision to increase checked baggage fees in response to soaring oil prices due to the Iran war. The first checked bag will cost $35 to $39, with an additional $10 fee if paid within 24 hours of departure.
“As we experience increased operating costs, we regularly evaluate ways to manage these costs while keeping our base fares competitive and continuing to invest in the experiences our customers value,” the airline told USA TODAY in a statement. “By adjusting prices for optional services that some of our customers take advantage of, such as checked baggage, we are able to continue to offer more competitive fares while still providing the in-flight experience that our customers love, including complimentary snacks and drinks, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi, and seatback entertainment screens.”
Contributor: Zach Wichter, USA TODAY
