US Airlines Look to Boost Revenues With Higher Checked-Bag Fees

Delta Air Lines (DAL) raised the price of checking luggage, becoming the latest U.S. carrier to do so. According to DAL’s management, passengers will now have to shell out a $35 fee for the first bag checked on a domestic flight, resulting in a 17% increase.The cost of checking a second bag on DAL flights has gone up from $40 to $45. However, certain privileged members will continue to enjoy free baggage checking. Delta has announced an increase in bag fees for the first time since 2018. According to the Bu ...