A group of consumer organisations has asked national consumer watchdogs and the European Commission to conduct an inquiry into what they allege are unfair hand luggage charges imposed by budget ...

European consumer rights groups have criticised seven of the continent’s leading low-cost airlines for allegedly "exploiting" passengers by charging for hand baggage and enforcing sometimes confusing ...

In 2008, American Airlines became the first major U.S. carrier to charge for checked bags, introducing a $15 fee as part of a cost-cutting measure. Since then, other airlines have adopted similar fees ...

Ryanair is reminding passengers flying from Manchester Airport to follow strict baggage rules or risk extra fees at the gate ...