American Airlines Increases Baggage Fees and Restricts Mile Earning for Some Bookings
TL;DR
American Airlines is raising its checked bag fees by $10, from $30 to $40 for bags checked at the airport, and from $30 to $35 for bags checked online. The carrier is also nudging passengers to become AAdvantage members, offering complimentary bags for members and credit cardholders. Additionally, the airline is changing its fee structure for overweight and oversized checked items.
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