Originally Posted by
fone
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Thanks. They are marginally worth the costs so far. We will definitely have checked baggages, thus wanted to check if my redemption would have free baggage and compare to prices with/without baggage. Otherwise may consider VA for its 1 free checked bag (either redemption or paid ticket). Would very much prefer NZ as I have UA *G, and the additional bag allowance may come in handy.
Both VA & QF fares include checked baggage & food.
With NZ & JQ fares checked baggage & food is extra to the base headline (seat only) fare. Unsure about *G benefits on NZ seat only fare.