# Delta Air Lines is raising checked baggage fees on domestic and short-haul international routes.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · Chicago Tribune*

## Key points

- Delta is raising checked baggage fees by $10 for the first two bags and $50 for the third.
- The new fees apply to most domestic and short-haul international flights starting Wednesday.
- Delta's checked baggage fee increase is its first on domestic routes in two years.
- Jet fuel prices at major U.S. hubs have nearly doubled since the Middle East conflict began.

**Companies:** Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue
**Countries:** United States

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