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American Airlines said Tuesday that checking one bag on domestic flights will increase to $35 from $30 now and $40 when purchased at the airport. The fee for a second checked bag will increase from $40 to $45 both online and at the airport.
The company last raised baggage allowance fees in 2018.
The airline is also increasing baggage fees by $5 for short international flights, including to Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean – now $35 for the first bag and $45 for the second.
The airline will generally allow customers to check at least one bag for free if they have elite status in U.S. loyalty program, purchase a first-class ticket or use an American-branded credit card.
Scott Chandler, vice president of revenue management, said about 60% of American's ticket sales are already made directly through the airline.
The changes are part of a move by airlines to move away from using and paying commissions to travel agents and take ticket sales in-house, he said.
Source: Newsroom
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