# American Airlines is the fifth US carrier to increase checked-bag fees in the last 10 days.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · Simple Flying*

## Key points

- American Airlines will charge AAdvantage status holders for seat selection and checked bags.
- Checked bag fees for basic economy on American Airlines rise to $55 for the first bag.
- Fee increases are attributed to jet fuel shortages caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure.
- Southwest Airlines has ended its two free checked bags policy and raised fees.

**Companies:** American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines
**Countries:** United States, Iran, Oman

[Read the full story on Simple Flying](https://simpleflying.com/american-airlines-4-other-us-carriers-raising-checked-bag-fees/)

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