- Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs ABC News —
- Less than a year after ditching its famous ‘bags fly free’ policy, Southwest is hiking prices again Fortune —
- Delta tells customers to expect flights to get more expensive as fuel prices soar The Independent —
- Delta to cut routes and raise charges to counter $2bn jet fuel hit Financial Times —
- Amid Uncertainties, Delta CEO Ed Bastian Warns Oil Crisis Could Reshape Airline Industry The Observer —
- Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, raises checked baggage fees AP News —
- Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs The Independent —
- Airlines are raising prices for checked bags. Here's how much it will cost. CBS News —
- Delta Expects Strong Profit Despite Higher Fuel Costs The New York Times —
- Facing Soaring Fuel Costs, Delta Tells Customers to Plan for Pricier Flights Wall Street Journal —
Airlines Hike Fees Amid Fuel Crisis
Delta CEO Ed Bastian warned that the fuel price surge will likely reshape the airline industry, potentially accelerating structural changes and mergers.
Southwest Airlines has raised its checked bag fees by ten dollars, less than a year after ending its famous 'bags fly free' policy.
The price hikes come despite strong passenger demand, as carriers struggle to maintain margins against volatile energy markets.
Experts predict that even with a ceasefire in place, it could take months for fuel supplies and pricing to stabilize for consumers.