Airlines are raising prices for checked bags. Here's how much it will cost.
CBS News
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Four of the six largest U.S. airlines have raised their prices for checked bags.
It comes as the Iran war pushed up the cost of jet fuel.
The airlines say the bag fee hikes help offset fuel costs.
Kris Van Cleave explains what to know.
Airlines hike fees as fuel costs soar
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