How is Ohio affected as Southwest Airlines joins other carriers in charging checked bags? Who doesn't have to pay? Here's how much it will cost.

Southwest Airlines is shaking up its travel policies by eliminating free checked bags, a move aimed at boosting revenue.

The airline didn't charge for the first two checked bags for more than 50 years, before instituting the new policy.

Airlines raked in over $7B in revenue thanks to check-in bag fees - Southwest has ended its nearly 50-year "Bags Fly Free" ...

U.S. travelers flying with United Airlines will have to check in to domestic flights a little earlier starting next week.

Some customers will still enjoy baggage privileges after the change. Southwest credit card holders will continue to receive one free checked bag for themselves and up to eight passengers on the same ...

With this policy change, Southwest aligns itself with other major airlines like Delta and American, which have long charged ...

Discover Gee Scott's views on United Airlines' timely check-in policy for enhanced accountability and improved passenger ...

Southwest Airlines​ recently announced it will start charging $35 for the first checked bag. Here's a breakdown of how much ...