This is a change that was first announced on February 21st and went into effect on March 6th but United has increased checked baggage fees as follows:
- First checked bag will now cost $35 (up from $30)
- Second checked bag will now cost $45 (up from $40). Flights from/to Canada will charge $50
There are two instances where these new fees won’t apply:
- If you prepay for your checked baggage
- If you purchased your tickets prior to February 21st, 2020
