(This is noteworthy since most airlines typically only offer discounts on economy or basic economy tickets.) The Dubai-based airline also provides an extra baggage allowance of 10 kilograms (22 ...

Many budget airlines like Ryanair and easyJet are quite restrictive with their baggage allowances and baggage allowances vary, so check an airline's baggage policy before deciding on the best backpack ...

Beginning May 28, Southwest Airlines will ditch the two free checked bags for all guests. Here's how Breeze baggage policies compare to Southwest. Southwest Airlines is ditching its free bag perk ...

Southwest Airlines Chief Operating Officer Andrew Watterson told CNBC the change came because the company has realized "we need more revenue to cover our costs." Baggage fees brought in about $5.5 ...

Southwest Airlines has not immediately revealed how much the checked bags will cost. Despite not charging for the first two checked bags, the carrier raked in $73 million in baggage fees in 2023 and ...

(AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Southwest Airlines signage is displayed at baggage claim at Midway International Airport, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Southwest Airlines baggage ...

and return to the levels of profitability that both we and our Shareholders expect,” Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said in a news release. Here’s an overview of Southwest’s baggage fee ...

differentiating itself from other major airlines. Baggage fees could bring in $1.5 billion in revenue annually as the company hopes to ease pressure from lackluster profits, according to Reuters.

Languages: English. Southwest Airlines is ending its long-standing free checked baggage policy, marking a major shift for the airline known for letting passengers check two bags at no cost.

Months after ditching its open seating policy, Southwest Airlines is ending its most recognizable perks: Free checked baggage. The airline will begin charging for the first and second checked bag ...