Planning to travel this summer? Need to fly to get there? Don’t want to check a bag? Here are 8 tricks to fit more in your carry-on. Read here to find out which airlines lose the most bags. How much will checking a bag cost you? Your firstborn child? A second mortgage?
Checked Bag Fees by Major Airline (2026)
The fees below apply to standard domestic economy fares. Most airlines offer a $5 discount if you prepay for your bags online at least 24 hours before your flight.
| Airline | 1st Bag (Prepaid) | 1st Bag (Airport) | 2nd Bag (Prepaid) |
|---|---|---|---|
| American | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| Delta | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| United | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| Southwest | $45 | $45 | $55 |
| Alaska | $40 | $40 | $45 |
| JetBlue | $39–$49* | +$10** | $59–$69* |
*JetBlue uses dynamic “peak” and “off-peak” pricing; fees are higher during busy travel periods.
**JetBlue fees increase by $10 if purchased within 24 hours of departure.
**JetBlue fees increase by $10 if purchased within 24 hours of departure.
More travel advice: from what you wear to how you behave or even how you purchase your ticket, certain actions can catch the TSA’s attention and lead to extra security screening. (more)
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