Bag fees vary by airline and fare type, and paying at the airport usually costs more than paying online in advance.
Ways to pay less
- Check your fare: some basic fares don't include a full-size carry-on
- Measure and weigh your bag at home
- Pay for bags online, before the airport
- Some airline credit cards and loyalty levels include a free checked bag
- Pack lighter: a week of clothes fits in a carry-on with laundry once
Delayed bags
Under US rules, if your checked bag is significantly delayed, you can ask for the bag fee back. File a report at the airport before you leave.
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