American Airlines tweaks checked baggage policy

American Airlines tweaks checked baggage policy

If you're a heavy packer, American Airlines will soon charge you more — unless you plan ahead.The airline on Wednesday announced it's raising fees for passengers' second checked bag ... that is, if they wait until they arrive at the airport to pay.Going forward, bag No. 2 will cost customers $50 at the terminal. That's $5 more than the airline currently charges for a second bag.However, flyers who prepay for their baggage online before their tri…

Why is American Airlines raising baggage fees?

How changes to checked bag rules will affect travelers Airlines are increasingly treating ancillary fees as a core revenue source, and one recent change shifts the cost burden for heavier packers. The carrier announced it will increase the fee charged for a passenger’s second checked bag, a move…