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United Airlines raises first checked bag fee to $45-$50 amid soaring jet fuel costs

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02 Apr 2026
CNBC
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United Airlines increased its first checked bag fee by $10, charging $45 if prepaid and $50 if paid within 24 hours of the flight. This follows JetBlue's recent bag fee hike as airlines face an 80% surge in jet fuel prices since February due to geopolitical tensions. The fee increase aims to offset rising fuel expenses, the second-largest cost for airlines after labor. Some travelers can still avoid fees through airline credit cards, elite status, or premium cabin tickets.

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