Another US airline raises checked bag fees effective immediately

A number of non-U.S. carriers have already added fuel surcharges

Rio Yamat
Friday 03 April 2026 20:46 BST

United Airlines has become the latest airline to hike fees in response to skyrocketing fuel prices resulting from the war in Iran.

The price increase comes after the airline’s CEO warned that some airlines “might not survive” the crisis with no end to the war in sight.

Beginning Friday, most United travelers will now pay $10 more to check their luggage.

Customers traveling in the United States, Mexico, Canada and Latin America will now pay $45 for their first piece of luggage and $55 for their second bag, according to United.

https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/united-airlines-checked-baggage-fee-iran-war-b2951630.html