"Delta Joins United and American in Raising Checked-Baggage Fees"
TL;DR
Delta Airlines has increased its first checked bag fee for domestic flights by 17%, bringing the total to $35, while the fee for a second bag has risen to $45. This move follows similar increases by American Airlines and United Airlines, and is attributed to rising industry costs. Bag fees have become a significant source of revenue for airlines, with U.S. airlines collectively earning $6.8 billion from checked-bag fees in 2022.
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