United Airlines Introduces Tiered Fare Categories in Premium Cabins, Hikes Baggage Fees

The airline implemented fee increases of $10 to $50 on April 3. The tiered fare program is expected to launch this month.
United Airlines Introduces Tiered Fare Categories in Premium Cabins, Hikes Baggage Fees
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Mary Prenon
Mary Prenon
Freelance Reporter
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United Airlines is introducing a new tiered fare program in its premium cabins. Meanwhile, the company has increased checked bag fees by $10–$50 in the Western Hemisphere.

In its April 3 announcement, the company disclosed it will offer three options in premium cabins for long-haul international, transcontinental U.S., and select Hawaii flights. These will include base—a new option—standard, and flexible. Economy fares also currently offer basic, standard, and flexible rates.

Mary Prenon
Mary Prenon
Freelance Reporter
Mary T. Prenon covers real estate and business. She has been a writer and reporter for over 25 years with various print and broadcast media in New York.