I recently compiled a list of airline fees for flying with bikes when I was sending an email out today. I thought I would repost here for anyone that doesn't regularly travel. UNITED AIRLINES
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 175.00 for bike case 125.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
AMERICAN AIRLINES
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 150.00 for bike case 50.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
NORTHWEST AIRLINES
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 175.00 for bike case 90.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
DELTA AIRLINES
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 175.00 for bike case 90.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
CONTINENTAL AIRLINES
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 100.00 for bike case 100.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
US AIRWAYS
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 100.00 for bike case 50.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
FRONTIER AIRLINES
15.00 for first bag 25.00 for second bag 75.00 for bike case 75.00 (additional) for each bag over 50 lbs
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
no fee for first and second bag 50.00 for bike case 25.00 (additional) for bags weighing 50-70 lbs 50.00 (additional) for bags over 70 lbs
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If it seems like Southwest is substantially cheaper than everyone else, its because they are.
Happy travels,
jd