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Budget airline Jetstar to charge passengers for storing bags in overhead compartments

Budget airline Jetstar to charge passengers for storing bags in overhead compartments

Budget Australian airline Jetstar will begin charging passengers for storing carry-on bags in the overhead compartments as part of an overhaul of the airline's cabin baggage policy.The new policy will take effect in February 2027, costing travelers between A$25 and A$52 ($18 and $37 USD), depending on the route, to stow large bags on a one-way flight.Bags stowed in the compartments can weigh up to 22 pounds and will no longer be weighed by airline staff before boarding, removing the current 15-pound limit. This pre-purchase "Priority Carry-on" option also includes early boarding access.Passeng...

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