Northwest Starts Charging for Second Bag

Article courtesy of Modern Agent's Travel Pulse

Northwest Airlines announced that it is matching several other U.S. network carriers and implementing a $25 charge for the customer's second checked bag. The fee is applied each way. Coach class customers may continue to check one piece of luggage free of charge. Other changes include an increase from $80 to $100 for three or more checked bags, and an increase from $25 to $50 for overweight bags greater than 50 pounds. These policies also apply to Northwest Airlink customers flying on Mesaba, Pinnacle or Compass Airlines. Northwest's Silver, Gold and Platinum WorldPerks Elite customers, SkyTeam Elite customers and passengers booked in full fare classes (Y or B) may still check two bags free of charge. Customers booked in first-class can continue to check up to three bags free of charge. Starting March 29, customers booking online at www.nwa.com were notified of the policy change on their trip summary. Customers booking through the reservations center will be notified of the change before the conclusion of the call and on their trip summary. For more information, visit www.nwa.com/features/luggagefaqs/index.html .