Southwest Airlines Ends Free Bags, Charges Passengers New Fees
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Southwest Airlines has tossed aside its decades-long free-checked-bag policy in favor of new fees, sparking confused outrage among travelers. The airline’s sudden policy flip has left many scratching their heads—and wallets—as they brace for a more expensive boarding process.
Southwest Airlines has ended its decades-old "bags fly free" policy, where passengers were allowed two complimentary checked bags regardless of their ticket fare.
Southwest Airlines recently announced it will start charging $35 for the first checked bag. Here's a breakdown of how much revenue bag fees bring.
Southwest Airlines, which previously had a free checked bag policy, says it will start charging $35 for each first checked bag.
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