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Old Sep 10, 2018, 4:09 pm
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Originally Posted by rj123456
What are the current baggage fees on MileagePlus award tickets?...
no different than paid flights
Fees depend on route and cabin plus UA offers waives for elites and some credit cards
try the baggage fee calculator

Originally Posted by rj123456
How does it work with partner airlines? ..
If checked thru starting with UA, no additional fee. If checking-in on the return and the flight started with UA, UA's route / cabin rules apply. No credit card waiver, and elite waiver may or may not be offered.
If all on the partner -- the partner rules apply.

Originally Posted by rj123456
I think UA considers skis+boots with combined weight of less than 50lbs to be "1" piece of baggage. .
yes
See the AC website for AC rules/
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