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American Airlines AAL.O and Alaska Air ALK.N said on Thursday they are hiking checked baggage fees, as carriers seek to pass on soaring jet fuel costs.
American Airlines and Alaska Air are raising checked baggage fees due to higher jet fuel costs.
KEY POINTS
- Jet fuel prices have surged from $85-$90 to around $209 per barrel globally since the Iran war.
- Both airlines increased the third checked bag fee by $50, now totaling $200.
- American Airlines will add a $5 fee for checked bags and seat selection for basic economy from May 18.
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