"Basic economy on United is wild because carry-on bags are not included on domestic flights. Luckily, I'm wild. Yes, I often travel with just a personal item.

By flying United Airlines basic economy, passengers can save some money at the expense of not being able to choose their seat or bring a carry-on.

JetBlue passengers with basic economy tickets will soon be able to bring a carry-on bag in addition to their personal item. The change takes effect Sept. 4. United Airlines will be one of the only ...

United offeres a great new domestic cabin, but the basic economy rules are restrictive. I prefer mainlines and book based on price and convenience.

United isn’t alone in making changes to its basic economy tickets. Starting in September, JetBlue said it will include a carry-on bag with its own basic economy fare.

United Airlines is the only carrier that charges passengers for a carry-on when they fly basic economy for domestic routes. As other carriers have started including carry-ons into their basic ...

United: Full-sized carry-on bags are not allowed on many routes, including U.S. domestic routes, and those who bring a full-sized carry-on bag to the gate will be charged the applicable baggage ...

United’s basic economy fares are more restrictive. Unless you’re traveling to Canada, South America, or across the Atlantic or Pacific Oceans, you can only bring a personal item that fits ...

I spent $205 on a basic economy flight with United Airlines from New York City to Denver. A few days later, I took a $175 basic economy flight with Delta from Salt Lake City to NYC.

Fares, fees, perks, priority boarding—we go over everything you need to know when choosing economy class seats, especially premium economy vs. economy plus.