Airlines Trying To Save Face After Raising Bag Fees
- 6 years ago
Airline stocks are rallying after the last of the world's three biggest carriers hiked baggage fees.
Shares of American Airlines jumped more than 4% on Friday after it joined Delta Air Lines and United Airlines in raising the fee of one checked bag from $25 to $30. A second checked bag will cost $40. The changes take place starting Friday, and are the first hike by American since 2010, according to a press release.
Shares of American Airlines jumped more than 4% on Friday after it joined Delta Air Lines and United Airlines in raising the fee of one checked bag from $25 to $30. A second checked bag will cost $40. The changes take place starting Friday, and are the first hike by American since 2010, according to a press release.