Rewards credit cards often come with a slew of benefits, including travel perks. One such perk is getting free checked bags on certain airlines or statement credits for airline fees that include ...

Cruising Altitude is a weekly column about air travel. Have a suggestion for a future topic? Fill out the form or email me at the address at the bottom of this page. Are you on team “carry-on only” or ...

American Airlines has raised the price of checking in a second bag on select flights, if you wait to pay at the airport. See ...

A checked bag is always worth it, even as a frugal traveler. Navigating the airport and boarding are less stressful, and I ...

Gate-checking luggage is primarily due to limited overhead bin space or smaller aircraft. Passengers should be aware of aircraft type and boarding position to anticipate potential gate-checking. Treat ...

You've probably noticed them gliding through the airport terminal with nothing more than a sleek carry-on. These seasoned ...

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Let’s face it: Checking a bag these days isn’t just a hassle; it’s expensive. With fees soaring higher than ever, you could end up paying huge amounts — $35 for your first checked bag on Delta, $40 on ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Are you on team “carry-on only” or team “check a bag” when you fly? For a long time, travel writers and influencers went all-in on ...

New data shows travelers are increasingly checking bags as fees feel normal, airline cards waive costs, and packing light loses its appeal.