Are LCC checked baggage charges “fines imposed by the earth on travelers”?
Are LCC checked baggage charges “fines imposed by the earth on travelers”? Table of contents 1：Low-cost carrier (LCC) deposit baggage charges 2：The impact of heavy checked baggage on climate change 3：Will full-service airlines (FSAs) follow the LCCs? 4：The challenges of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) 1：Low-cost carrier (LCC) deposit baggage charges Low-cost carriers (LCCs) have achieved low operating costs by offering only the minimum necessary services and have been able to provide air transport services at lower fares compared to full-service airlines (FSAs). They are also known for charging for checked baggage. For Japanese and Asian LCCs, one-way charges for 20 kg of checked baggage to Japan range from JPY 3,200 to JPY 3,700 (at the time of booking the ticket), as LCCs are aware that carrying extra checked baggage increases fuel costs. 20 kg checked luggage fee (one way to Japan, Yen) However, the carriage of heavy checked baggage by aircraft not only consumes extra fuel but also hurts climate change by emitting additional carbon dioxide emissions. Deposit baggage charges may therefore be seen as a ‘fine from the earth’ for travelers who fly with heavy baggage. 2：The impact of heavy checked baggage on climate change