United will now charge passengers to check a bag on flights to Europe

United Airlines has started charging customers to check a bag on flights to Europe, a spokeswoman confirmed Thursday. The fee is part of a new “basic economy” fare for “price-sensitive” customers, she said. The company is stripping down its fares and offering services that were once included for free for an extra cost. Adding a bag will now cost USD$60. “A customer purchasing this new lowest fare option can check a bag for an additional fee,” she said. “Included in the new fare option are advance seat assignments, one standard carry-on bag and one personal item, as well as the same United Economy cabin experience and services, including dining options, Wi-Fi for purchase and in-flight entertainment.” United joins American and Delta Air Lines also charge extra for checking any bags on transatlantic fares. <br/>