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The Era of Free Checked Baggage Is Officially Over
Southwest Airlines' checked baggage fees will begin on May 28, 2025—here's what each US airline is charging fliers right now.
It’s the End of a 50-Year Era at Southwest—The Airline’s Most Beloved Perk Is Being Discontinued
Air-industry insiders weigh in on what the move, along with other new announcements from Southwest, will mean for travelers.
Southwest Airlines Baggage Change: Which Airlines Charge for Checked Bags?
Southwest Airlines will start charging for checked bags on May 28. See how fees compare to other airlines and who still qualifies for free bags.