All of the major U.S. airlines charge baggage fees of around $30 to $50 for a first checked bag on domestic flights. There are a handful of ways to avoid paying for checked bags.

Southwest has ditched its policy of never charging for bags. However, you can still avoid those charges with a few intentional strategies.

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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 ...

I’ve been covering lifestyle content for over seven years. When preparing for travel, one of the first decisions to make is often carry-on versus checked bag. While there’s no right or wrong answer, ...

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