"JetBlue's rate for a first checked bag on domestic, Caribbean and Latin America flights during off-peak times rises from $35 to $39 and during peak periods from $40 to $49."
"The biggest increase in airlines' operating costs these days is the price of jet fuel, which has nearly doubled in recent weeks as the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked to oil shipments."
JetBlue and United Airlines increased checked baggage fees in response to soaring jet fuel prices, which have nearly doubled recently. JetBlue's fees for a first checked bag now range from $39 to $49 depending on peak times. The airline's financial struggles are evident, with a 40% drop in share price since early 2025. Other developments include new routes from United and American at LAX, Delta's new transpacific route, and Alaska Airlines unveiling a new international business class for its 787-9s.
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