These days, it's rare for airlines to allow passengers to check bags for free -- at least in economy class. So, the best way to avoid those fees is to stick to carry-on luggage. That said, you'll ...

Gone are the days when all or most economy airline tickets would automatically include a free checked bag: Nowadays, you’ll generally have to pay extra for that convenience. Unfortunately, figuring ...

AirfareWatchdog.com founder George Hobica has logged hundreds of thousands of airline miles, but even he can be stumped by the carry-on size and weight limits. Just before boarding a recent American ...

Knowing the maximum dimensions for airline carry-ons and personal items is necessary to avoid checked baggage fees. While many airlines have overlapping maximum dimensions, there can be some ...

Are airlines downsizing the acceptable dimensions for a carry-on bag? They say they are not, but one travel pro was recently caught by surprise when a bag he has carried for years failed the size test ...

The International Air Transport Association (Iata) is introducing an "optimal" hand-luggage size for plane passengers in a bid to avoid confusion, arguments and bulging overhead lockers. The industry ...

Nearly every airline charges for checked luggage, but figuring out exactly how much you have to pay is tricky. For example, some airlines may include a complimentary checked bag for a long-haul flight ...

Whether you’re traveling strictly with carry-on luggage to avoid checked bag fees and/or lost luggage or you’re bringing a carry-on bag in addition to checked luggage, you’ll need to adhere to ...