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

Airlines recommend travelers arrive at the airport at least two hours early for domestic flights, but whether by choice or unforeseen circumstances, there may be times when you cut it down to the wire ...

Major U.S. airlines have started charging at least $5 more for checked bags since the beginning of 2024. This increase was to help offset rising costs and also help generate more revenue. Consequently ...

A maze of conveyor belts shuttles luggage through London Heathrow Airport’s hidden, behind-the-scenes baggage system. In the 1999 animated film, Toy Story 2, Buzz Lightyear and his fellow sentient ...

The damage was so bad, you'll have to see it to believe it.

NEW YORK -- JetBlue is proving that not even your baggage is safe from dynamic pricing, with the airline rolling out fees that vary depending on the day of departure. The price of a first checked bag ...

You plan your flights, reserve your hotels, and map out every experience you don’t want to miss. But few things unsettle a traveler more than watching your suitcase disappear into the airport’s ...

For many travelers, checking luggage is non-negotiable. Checking a bag can make a trip easier in some ways: It frees up your hands, and rather than lugging your belongings in and out of the plane ...

At the world’s busiest airport, shaving a few minutes off the airport routine can make a noticeable difference.

While there’s no foolproof way to make sure your luggage always arrives first, our experts provided some tips to increase your odds. Gaining frequent-flier status or buying a first-class seat could ...