Banking on Bags

How Airlines Make Money: Charge Travelers $25 To Check A Bag, Only Spend $2 To Transport It

How Airlines Make Money: Charge Travelers $25 To Check A Bag, Only Spend $2 To Transport It

Airline fees aren’t new to travelers; in fact, it’s almost second nature to shell out $25 to check a bag. Over the years airlines have tried justified their decision to charge consumers fees for things like checked baggage or reservation changes. But two new reports are shedding light on just how much airlines are making by employing those fees. [More]