But that all changed with the rise of the budget airlines, says Jay Sorensen of US aviation consultancy IdeaWorks.It was in ...

Domestic airlines have increasingly moved toward streamlining baggage rules to more closely align with international carriers ...

Starting on Wednesday, the Dallas-based carrier will charge customers $35 for their first checked bag and $45 for their ...

Southwest Airlines, which previously had a free checked bag policy, says it will start charging $35 for each first checked bag.

Until now, it was the only major U.S. airline that allowed passengers to check two bags at no extra cost. On May 28, most ...

After today, customers can expect baggage fees when flying with Southwest Airlines as the airline moves to officially ...

Southwest Airlines will start charging $35 to check a bag for many passengers on reservations made after May 28.

Southwest’s most iconic perk end Tuesday. While it has received flak from customers, executives hope bag fees will shore up ...

Southwest Airlines​ recently announced it will start charging $35 for the first checked bag. Here's a breakdown of how much ...

As airlines tighten luggage rules, some travelers are using pillowcases to sneak extra items on board. Experts weigh in on ...

Flying with Southwest Airlines? You'll now need to pay for checked bags. Here's what to know about fees under the new policy.