Australian airline Jetstar will charge passengers to use the overhead lockers for their bags
Summary
Starting February 2027, Australian budget airline Jetstar will charge passengers for using overhead lockers to store carry-on bags during flights. Small items like purses or laptop bags can still be stored under the seat for free, but larger carry-on bags placed in overhead compartments will cost from 25 Australian dollars one way.Key Facts
- Jetstar will charge passengers to store carry-on bags in overhead lockers beginning February 2027.
- Passengers can keep small bags under the seat without extra charge.
- The fee for overhead locker use starts at 25 Australian dollars (about 18 USD) per flight, depending on the route.
- Carry-on bags in overhead lockers can weigh up to 10 kilograms (22 pounds).
- Jetstar will stop weighing carry-on bags at the gate; the previous 7-kilogram limit for under-seat bags is removed.
- The change aims to reduce stress at boarding and speed up flight departures.
- Other Australian and New Zealand airlines already charge for checked luggage, seat choice, and some services.
- Jetstar is reportedly the first airline worldwide to charge for overhead locker use specifically.
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