Delta Air Lines announced increase in checked bag fees on domestic and select short‑haul international routes, first hike in two years.
Fees for first and second bags rise by $10 to $45 and $55 respectively; third bag fee jumps $50 to $200.
Delta cites rising jet fuel costs from Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions as reason for fee increase.
United Airlines and JetBlue have also recently raised baggage fees, indicating industry‑wide cost pressures.