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Posted: 6:16 AM Jan 12, 2012
Government Tackles "Hidden" Airline Fees
Cheap airline fares may not look so cheap later this month but you will be able to see what you're really paying.
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Cheap airline fares may not look so cheap later this month but you will be able to see what you're really paying.
New consumer protection rules are forcing airlines to be more upfront with prices.
Beginning in two weeks, advertised fares will have to show all government taxes and other fees that are currently hidden and that often add up to 50-percent to a ticket price.
Knowing the full price upfront will give you the chance to more easily compare prices between airlines.
Airlines must also include fees for checking bags and give customers 24 hours to change a reservation with no re-booking fee.
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