JetBlue Aviakopaniya Raises Price For Baggage Transportation

JetBlue Airways raises luggage charges, becoming the first major airline to charge $ 30 for its first bag.

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Starting with tickets purchased on Monday, August 27, the airline will charge customers who purchase the cheapest packages. You will have to pay $30 for the first bag, $40 for the second.

Current expenses are $ 25 and $ 35, which is standard for other major carriers. The third bag costs $ 150, compared to $ 100 earlier.

The more expensive Blue Plus and Blue Flex JetBlue fares include at least one bag for free, as well as business-class tariffs for Mint.

Also increases the fee for changes. The charge for JetBlue changes varies depending on the total fare, and now it will cost $ 200 per ticket compared to the previous maximum of $ 150.

JetBlue explained that these changes will help the carrier continue to offer free benefits, such as in-flight television and Fly-Fi enabled Wi-Fi.

“Customers consistently tell us what they love most about JetBlue: free Fly-Fi on all planes, live TV, the most legroom, free snacks and great service,” said JetBlue spokesman Doug McGraw. “As a matter of good business, we regularly review and adjust our premium pricing to ensure healthy business so we can continue to offer the best customer experience for any U.S. airline.”

Price increases occur during the rise in prices for jet fuel. Airlines are struggling to cut costs and increase revenue. The leaders of the airline talked about raising the so-called "auxiliary income" in July, noting that it has a number of initiatives.

After the decision to increase the luggage rates, Southwest became the only carrier that does not charge for two bags yet.

JetBlue is not alone in trying to increase revenues due to higher fuel costs. Allegiant, Spirit and Frontier charge for the indication of seats.

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