American Airlines is charging all customers who book basic economy airfares to check bags.
The first checked bag on a transpacific or transatlantic basic economy airfare will now cost a passenger $75. Flights to Mexico, Haiti, the Caribbean, Central America, Guyana, Suriname, Panama or South America for basic economy seats will cost anywhere from $30 to $45, with some countries excluded. American already charged for check bags on domestic flights for basic economy travelers.
“We are simplifying our product offerings to make it easier for customers when they are shopping for travel,” said Andrea Koos, American Airlines spokesperson. “With this change, our basic economy product will include all of the same features whether a customer is purchasing it for a domestic or international flight.”
