Most major U.S. airlines raised checked baggage fees this year. American Airlines, Delta, United, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue now charge $35 to $45 for a first checked bag on domestic and short ...

The Companion Fare benefit and bag-fee waivers can save you hundreds — if Alaska Airlines is (or can be) your go-to airline. For some, that won't be possible. If you fly Alaska Airlines with ...

But all points and miles are only valuable if you can use them — so if you don't travel to destinations served by Alaska or its airline partners, earning its miles probably isn't your best bet.

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