Australian airline Jetstar will charge passengers to use the overhead lockers for their bags
Jetstar will let passengers take one small under-seat bag for free and charge A$25 to A$52 for overhead locker space.
- On Tuesday, Jet2 confirmed its baggage policy remains unchanged despite new European Commission regulations scheduled for 2027, ensuring holidaymakers retain their current hand luggage allowances.
- The European Commission plans to implement measures in 2027 requiring airlines to standardize how they present baggage allowances, aiming to help passengers compare true flight costs before booking.
- According to Jet2, 80% of customers cite the inclusion of a free 10kg hand luggage allowance as a key reason they choose to fly with the airline.
- CEO Steve Heapy of Jet2 stated, 'For Jet2 customers, these new rules change nothing,' emphasizing the airline's commitment to simple, transparent, and fair policies.
- Millions of holidaymakers can continue booking with confidence, as Jet2 maintains its current 10kg cabin baggage policy alongside a personal item, avoiding industry-wide complications.
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Jet2 reassures millions of holidaymakers over free hand luggage allowance
Jet2 has confirmed customers will continue to receive 10kg of free hand luggage despite new Europe-wide cabin baggage rules due to come into force in 2027.
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Australian airline Jetstar will charge passengers to use the overhead lockers for their bags
Jetstar plans to charge passengers for using overhead compartments starting February 2027. The airline says this change aims to reduce stress at boarding gates by eliminating the need to weigh bags and find space in overhead lockers.
Qantas budget airline Jetstar to charge for overhead carry-on bags in Australia
SYDNEY: Jetstar, the budget arm of Australia's national carrier Qantas, will require passengers who want to store carry-on bags in overhead lockers to pay extra from February, as the airline overhauls its cabin baggage policy.The carrier will allow one bag that can fit under the seats, such as a backpack, handbag, or laptop bag for no extra cost, but a larger bag could cost between A$25 and A$52 ($18 and $37) per flight depending on the route,…
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