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Aviation sector warns removal of baggage fees could see air fares rise

Air
Ilaria Grasso Macola
25 June 2025

Aviation lobby groups have warned airlines could hike fares if new rules around hand luggage fees are introduced across Europe. 

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Aviation lobby groups have condemned the decision to ban hand luggage fees (Credit: iStock/yacobchuck)

On Tuesday (24 June), European Parliament’s transport and tourism committee voted to allow passengers to travel with one personal item and one small carry-on at no extra cost. 

 

The rule – if confirmed by EU governments following further negotiations – would only apply to suitcases under 7kg and with maximum dimensions of 100cm (sum of length, width and height).