U.S. airlines earned a record $7.27 billion from baggage fees in 2024, with American ($1.5B), United ($1.33B), and Delta ...

A Spanish court ordered Ryanair to refund a woman five years of baggage fees. Irish airline Ryanair is a discount carrier often called "the Spirit Airlines of Europe" because of its cheap ...

Baggage fees remain a key and very lucrative ancillary revenue stream, with the top three airlines each generating at least ...

Spirit Airlines takes a novel approach to baggage policy, charging distinct prices for carry-on luggage, checked bags, and even larger personal goods. Fees vary based on the route, booking type ...

We analyzed the often convoluted baggage rules and fees for the nine biggest American carriers and discovered that some are definitely more generous than others when it comes to leeway with luggage ...

The U.S. likely won't adopt the EU's restrictions on carry-on bag fees because these fees generate significant revenue for ...

Spirit Airlines continues to evolve, adjusting its route network after emerging from bankruptcy and working toward ...

A federal jury convicted Tiron Alexander, 35, of wire fraud and entering secure airport areas under false pretenses.

It's been a rough few years for budget airlines as they desperately attempt to remain profitable amid a downturn in air ...

Airlines raked in over $7B in revenue thanks to check-in bag fees - Southwest has ended its nearly 50-year "Bags Fly Free" policy, joining other U.S. airlines in profiting from record checked bag fees ...