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business13 hours ago•2 min saved

Airlines Raise Checked-Bag Fees, With Basic-Economy Hit Harder

American Airlines joined Delta, United, JetBlue, and Southwest in lifting checked-bag fees, with basic-economy fares paying higher charges than standard fares. Starting May 18, first bags cost $55 (or $50 online) and second bags $65 (or $60 online) for basic economy, while regular fares see a $10 increase for the first bag to $50 and $60 for a second (with online discounts). The changes add seat-selection fees for all basic-economy travelers and remove complimentary upgrades. The industry cites rising jet-fuel costs amid Middle East tensions as a key driver, even as demand remains strong and carriers push premium options.

via CNBC|

#airlines #american-airlines #bag-fees

business1 day ago•3 min saved

Iran War Sparks Broad Price Increases Across Airlines and Shipping

Rising energy costs linked to the Iran war are prompting price hikes across several industries. Delta and other carriers have raised baggage fees, USPS is adding an 8% package surcharge, and major shippers like Amazon, FedEx, and UPS have introduced fuel or logistics surcharges. United and JetBlue also raised bag fees, while Southwest announced baggage increases. The energy shock comes as oil and gas prices rise and supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz are disrupted, fueling broader inflation concerns as the Fed remains cautious and OECD projects higher inflation ahead.

via The New York Times|

#airlines #business #energy-costs

business2 days ago•3 min saved

Iran War Pushes March CPI Higher Across Cars, Travel, and Food

The March consumer-price index is expected to rise 3.4% year over year, the biggest jump in two years, as costs tied to the Iran conflict lift prices across the economy—particularly for autos, jet fuel, and food—creating spillovers through manufacturing and travel and leaving Fed policy on hold until the data are in.

via Business Insider|

#airlines #business #cpi

business2 days ago•3 min saved

Jet-Fuel Squeeze Pushes U.S. Airlines to Hike Baggage Fees

Delta, United and JetBlue have raised baggage fees as jet-fuel costs surge amid the US-Israeli campaign against Iran; Delta increases first/second bag fees by $10 (to $45 and $55) and makes a third bag $200, while United’s fees rise to $45 for the first bag booked ahead (or $50 last-minute) and $55–$60 for the second bag; JetBlue also hikes fees on a sliding scale. The move comes as fuel prices in major hubs climb from about $2.50 to roughly $4.81 per gallon, with carriers citing evolving global conditions. Despite the cost pressures, Delta projects about $1 billion in pre-tax profit for the June quarter.

via theguardian.com|

#airlines #baggage-fees #business

business11 days ago•2 min saved

JetBlue Hikes Checked-Bag Fees as Fuel Costs Soar

JetBlue is raising checked-bag fees as jet fuel costs rise amid global tensions, increasing the first bag fee to $39 off-peak and $49 peak for domestic/Caribbean/Latin America routes (from $35 and $40). Paying less than 24 hours before departure adds $10. Some travelers—such as those with co‑branded credit cards or elite status—are exempt. The move mirrors a broader industry trend of airlines offsetting higher fuel costs while trying to keep base fares competitive.

via CNBC|

#airfare #airlines #baggage-fees

business12 days ago•3 min saved

Fuel Squeeze Forces Asia's Budget Airlines to Reroute and Reprice

Asian budget airlines face rising fuel costs and Middle East route disruptions that threaten their price advantage; carriers are raising fares, cutting costs, and rerouting to protect demand, with Zipair Tokyo faring better on long-haul routes and adopting Starlink to cut in-flight costs, while SpiceJet and AirAsia Cambodia pursue in-house tech and fare adjustments to reduce expenses.

via cnbc.com|

#airlines #asia-aviation #business

business13 days ago•4 min saved

TSA Pay Restored, but Travel Woes Persist

Trump ordered Homeland Security to resume pay for TSA officers after the shutdown, but pay reinstatement isn’t fixing the underlying problems: thousands have quit and it takes 4–6 months to train replacements, leaving lines long and staffing tight. Jet-fuel costs have spiked toward $200 a barrel amid war-related supply disruptions, prompting airlines to raise fares. Traveler anxiety is rising as rerouted flights and recent accidents compound concerns ahead of events like the FIFA World Cup.

via Business Insider|

#airlines #business #jet-fuel-costs

business14 days ago•5 min saved

Oil surge lifts airfares and rattles airlines’ outlook

Rising oil prices tied to the Iran conflict are pushing jet fuel costs higher and likely driving summer airfares up; United Airlines warns of up to $11 billion in losses if prices stay elevated, and Spirit and other carriers have cut routes or faced bankruptcy risk, with West Coast fuel costs contributing to a grimmer, more expensive travel outlook.

via Los Angeles Times|

#air-travel #airlines #business

business19 days ago•5 min saved

Oil Shock Prompts Airlines to Trim Capacity and Brace for the Long Haul

Rising oil prices tied to the Iran conflict are forcing airlines to prepare for a prolonged energy crunch: United Airlines plans to cut about 5% of its scheduled flights in Q2–Q3 as jet fuel costs climb toward $175 per barrel, with prices not expected to fall back to $100 until the end of 2027; American Airlines has also increased fuel spending, highlighting a broader industry squeeze that could hurt profitability and ripple through the economy if prices stay elevated.

via WIRED|

#airlines #business #iran-war

world21 days ago•11 min saved

Newark near-miss prompts investigations into Alaska Airlines and FedEx flights

Authorities are investigating a close call between an Alaska Airlines jet and a FedEx plane at Newark Liberty International Airport; details are scarce, no injuries have been reported, and investigators are continuing to review the incident.

via AP News|

#airlines #aviation #faa

business21 days ago•3 min saved

Airlines Brace for Fuel Risk With Contingency Plans

Major airlines are drawing up contingency plans in response to fears of jet fuel shortages, signaling preparations to mitigate potential supply disruptions in the aviation sector.

via Financial Times|

#airlines #aviation #business

markets23 days ago•5 min saved

Fed on Hold, Earnings and Oil Trends Shape Early Trading

Stock futures drift higher as investors await Powell’s Fed remarks with rate cuts unlikely this year, while Macy’s beats on Q4 but offers a cautious outlook, Micron rides AI-memory demand ahead of earnings, and oil climbs on Iran-related tensions. Airlines lift first-quarter revenue guidance despite higher fuel costs, and Disney marks a leadership change as Josh D’Amaro becomes CEO.

via CNBC|

#airlines #earnings #fed

travel23 days ago•4 min saved

Touchless TSA PreCheck Aims to Cut Airport Security Waits

TSA's Touchless ID uses facial biometrics to speed identity checks for travelers with TSA PreCheck who also have a participating airline's frequent flyer profile; currently available at 65 airports with enrollments through Alaska, American, Delta, Southwest and United, each with its own opt-in steps; look for Touchless signage and verify opt-in in your airline app or account.

via CBS News|

#airlines #airports #touchless-id

business23 days ago•6 min saved

Jet fuel spike nudges airfares higher as summer travel looms

Jet fuel prices have surged in Los Angeles due to the Iran-Israel conflict, prompting airlines to raise fares and surcharges ahead of the summer travel season. With jet fuel comprising about a third of operating costs, carriers are passing costs to passengers, though demand remains strong domestically. California’s higher fuel costs and limited pipeline access exacerbate price pressures, and some shorter, less profitable routes could be trimmed or hedged by airlines to offset the impact.

via Los Angeles Times|

#airfares #airlines #business

world24 days ago•7 min saved

Iran retaliation hits Tel Aviv as war widens, markets reel

Iranian strikes near Tel Aviv in retaliation raise casualties and widen a conflict that already pushed oil and gas prices higher; U.S. political and policy moves accompany the turmoil, including polling on Trump’s Iran handling, a 60-day Jones Act waiver to ease energy flows, and airlines suspending Middle East routes, while international bodies urge restraint as the situation continues to evolve.

via USA Today|

#airlines #iran #oilprices