United Airlines Hikes Checked Bag Fees by $10

0:00On April 3rd, United Airlines is bumping up checked back fees by $10 starting this Friday for most flyers in the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Latin America. That means $45 for your first bag and $55 for the second is their first increase in two years. Blame it on jet fuel prices spiking from the war in the Middle East, which is choking off oil through the Strait of Hormuz. JetBlue jumped in two, raising fees by up to $9 this week during busy times. Not everyone pays though, co-branded credit car holders, top loyalty members, active military, and premium cabin folks still get that first bag free. Last minute check-ins under 24 hours before take-off add another five bucks. Fuel costs hit $4.88 per gallon on average across big hubs like Chicago and New York, doubled from $2.50 before. The fighting kicked off on February 28th, United CEO told investors it's already piled on $400 million in extra expenses.

1:02Other carriers like Delta and American are feeling the same burn and expect them to keep hiking fees or fares to offset it while holding base ticket. Price is steady. World news, powered by AI, this is Global News Today.