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Airline News – Top new routes
As business travel expands throughout North America and internationally, airlines are continuously adding new routes to keep up with the increasing demand. The grid below outlines some of the top new routes recently announced by airlines.
Some airlines now charging for first checked bag, effective mid-June
American Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways recently announced they will no longer allow passengers to check luggage for free.
Beginning in mid-June, each of the three airlines is imposing a fee of $15 USD each way for the first checked bag, in addition to the $25 USD fee each way for the second checked bag.
The following timelines apply to these changes:
- American Airlines—Tickets purchased on/after June 15 will incur the first checked bag fee.
- United Airlines—Tickets purchase on/after June 13 for travel on/after August 18 will incur the first checked bag fee.
- US Airways—Tickets purchased on/after June 12 for travel on/after July 8 will incur the first checked bag fee.
Certain travelers, usually those with elite status, are exempt from these charges. Click here to access information specific to each airline.
Other air carriers may also implement these fees. CWT recommends travelers visit their carrier’s Website for the most current information on airline fees.
Sources: American Airlines, United Airlines, US Airways, USA TODAY, San Jose Mercury News
