Sally French
Checking your bags has become more expensive across multiple major airlines. American Airlines this week announced that domestic bag fees would increase by as much as 33%. For domestic flights, the old $30 fee for the first checked bag is now $35 if purchased online or $40 if purchased at the airport.
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