ANA cuts back Economy int'l baggage allowance [ends 07JAN15]
Apr 25, 13, 5:47 pm
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ANA cuts back Economy int'l baggage allowance [ends 07JAN15]
Just got the email a bit ago.
From 2 pc at 50 pounds to just the one. Biz stays at [email protected], First class at [email protected]
Second checked bag is $100. Third and up is $200/ea. This is effective for flights June 1 and later.
They are also running a campaign where if you check in online for a flight from 6/1 to the end of September, you get that second bag free. So I guess that kind of eases the burden a bit if, like me, you're planning on going this summer.
From 2 pc at 50 pounds to just the one. Biz stays at [email protected], First class at [email protected]
Second checked bag is $100. Third and up is $200/ea. This is effective for flights June 1 and later.
They are also running a campaign where if you check in online for a flight from 6/1 to the end of September, you get that second bag free. So I guess that kind of eases the burden a bit if, like me, you're planning on going this summer.
Apr 25, 13, 6:13 pm
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I didn't even get an email 
Not only that, but for all classes the total dimensions of each piece cannot exceed 158 cm (62 in), down from 208 cm (81 in).
They claim it's to harmonize with their JV partners (LH/UA). I hardly carry enough luggage for it to be an issue, but it's still a devaluation!
Not only that, but for all classes the total dimensions of each piece cannot exceed 158 cm (62 in), down from 208 cm (81 in).They claim it's to harmonize with their JV partners (LH/UA). I hardly carry enough luggage for it to be an issue, but it's still a devaluation!
Apr 25, 13, 7:25 pm
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Originally Posted by armagebedar
I didn't even get an email Not only that, but for all classes the total dimensions of each piece cannot exceed 158 cm (62 in), down from 208 cm (81 in).
They claim it's to harmonize with their JV partners (LH/UA). I hardly carry enough luggage for it to be an issue, but it's still a devaluation!
Not only that, but for all classes the total dimensions of each piece cannot exceed 158 cm (62 in), down from 208 cm (81 in).They claim it's to harmonize with their JV partners (LH/UA). I hardly carry enough luggage for it to be an issue, but it's still a devaluation!
Only seems to apply from flights ticketed after 31/5
Originally Posted by aresef
...They are also running a campaign where if you check in online for a flight from 6/1 to the end of September, you get that second bag free. So I guess that kind of eases the burden a bit if, like me, you're planning on going this summer.
You can use this campaign also if you can't check-in online - like if you have an infant or wheelchair on the booking - if you ask at the airport.
Last edited by BalbC; Apr 25, 13 at 7:54 pm
Apr 25, 13, 9:58 pm
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Originally Posted by bobbybrown
So unfortunately, ANA is becoming the first Asian airline that charges 2nd bag for trans-pacific route. And even higher than others (100 USD while DL/UA/AC charges ~75 USD). Disappointing.
Apr 26, 13, 5:41 pm
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Definitely not cool - I usually don't have to use it, but I always pack an extra bag inside my first bag just in case I end up coming back from Japan with a ton of stuff that I can't fit in my first suitcase. I also was planning next time to bring an empty guitar case with me in case I bought something in Ochanomizu. I guess I can scratch that idea!
Apr 26, 13, 9:36 pm
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Originally Posted by JALPak
Hopefully JAL won't follow this time
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Apr 26, 13, 10:37 pm
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Originally Posted by JALPak
Originally Posted by bobbybrown
So unfortunately, ANA is becoming the first Asian airline that charges 2nd bag for trans-pacific route. And even higher than others (100 USD while DL/UA/AC charges ~75 USD). Disappointing.
Hopefully JAL won't follow this time
So unfortunately, ANA is becoming the first Asian airline that charges 2nd bag for trans-pacific route. And even higher than others (100 USD while DL/UA/AC charges ~75 USD). Disappointing.
Hopefully JAL won't follow this time
I just realized that UA will make the rule same with NH from June 1st, 2013 (same date), charging 100 USD for the 2nd bag. (This is actually an old news.) It's called a Joint Venture.
Apr 27, 13, 4:22 am
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Originally Posted by bobbybrown
JAL won't, for a while, as long as AA doesn't charge 2nd bag fee. AA is proudly the last North American airline that doesn't charge 2nd bag fee.
I just realized that UA will make the rule same with NH from June 1st, 2013 (same date), charging 100 USD for the 2nd bag. (This is actually an old news.) It's called a Joint Venture.
I just realized that UA will make the rule same with NH from June 1st, 2013 (same date), charging 100 USD for the 2nd bag. (This is actually an old news.) It's called a Joint Venture.
Apr 27, 13, 8:13 am
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Originally Posted by bobbybrown
JAL won't, for a while, as long as AA doesn't charge 2nd bag fee. AA is proudly the last North American airline that doesn't charge 2nd bag fee.
Time will tell.
Apr 28, 13, 3:59 am
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Originally Posted by supergrandslam
I think JL will likely follow in a few months and AA will be happy to follow then.
Time will tell.
Time will tell.
May 17, 13, 2:59 am
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I do not like any devaluation, but I never understood why people need to bring so much luggage. One checked bag 23 kg plus one carry on is more then enough for me for 2 month travel in different climates and I still have some room for shopping.
