The packing process can be one of the most stressful parts of flying, especially if you're trying to cram everything into a carry-on to avoid checking a bag. Regardless of whether you are flying with ...

These days, it's rare for airlines to allow passengers to check bags for free -- at least in economy class. So, the best way to avoid those fees is to stick to carry-on luggage. That said, you'll ...

I fly often from New York to California and Ohio, and I’ll admit that over the years I’ve used some over-the-top tactics to dodge a checked-bag fee. I fly with a small, hard-shell carry-on that fits ...

CHICAGO/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Every U.S. airline is thinking of ways to get more money from their passengers. Few have provoked the outrage that Spirit Airlines has with its new carry-on luggage fee.

"World News" wants to hear what you think. April 7, 2010— -- Spirit Airlines said Tuesday it would begin to charge passengers for their carry-on luggage, becoming the first airline to slap such a ...

Lost luggage. Damaged goods. Waiting at the carousel like lemmings to reclaim your bag. Checking a suitcase when you fly adds extra hassles and fees to your trip. In short: it’s not worth it. For the ...

A Senate report found Frontier and Spirit paid staff $26 million for charging passengers extra fees. The budget carriers said the incentives ensured customers were treated "fairly" and "equally." The ...