With the end of Southwest Airlines’ beloved “bags fly free” policy, fliers are stuck shelling out money to check their bags — ...

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

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

Southwest Airlines, once the darling of no-frills, friendly flying, has traded its charm for bland conformity. Gone are the ...

Most airlines allow children 15 or older to fly alone on domestic flights without any unaccompanied minor procedures, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. In some cases, kids as young ...

U.S. airlines are pocketing billions from checked bag fees, with new data showing that revenue from this often-overlooked ...

Earlier this year, Southwest Airlines made the controversial decision to end its longstanding policy of allowing two free ...

Southwest reveals the fee for checking a bag — exchanging part of its soul for profit — that took effect this week.

Effective Tuesday, United’s “check-in cutoff” for most U.S. flights will be 45 minutes before departure. That’s the same deadline United has for passengers checking luggage at the airport but 15 ...

Traveling to Hawaiʻi used to feel like the last escape from mainland rules, especially in the air. Free meals. Free luggage.

Southwest Airlines has ditched its iconic “bags fly free” policy and slapped on a $35 fee for checked luggage, shocking loyal ...

Southwest Airlines ends free checked bags, introducing fees starting May 28, with exemptions for certain members.