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Jetstar’s new cabin baggage fees explained: Passengers to pay for overhead locker space

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Representative image of passengers seen at the Jetstar service desk as flights at Brisbane Airport. Source: AAP / DARREN ENGLAND/AAPIMAGE

Budget airline Jetstar has announced that it will begin charging passengers between $25 and $52 to store carry-on bags in overhead lockers from February 2027. According to an official press release, from next year, all bookings will include one underseat bag such as a backpack, handbag or laptop bag. In this podcast, travel agent Tanvi Goel explains the new rules, why they are being introduced and what they mean for travellers.


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Budget airline Jetstar has announced that it will begin charging passengers between $25 and $52 to store carry-on bags in overhead lockers from February 2027. According to an official press release, from next year, all bookings will include one underseat bag such as a backpack, handbag or laptop bag. In this podcast, travel agent Tanvi Goel explains the new rules, why they are being introduced and what they mean for travellers.


https://www.jetstar.com/au/en/newsroom/jetstar-to-update-its-carry-on-baggage-model-aus

(Disclaimer: The information shared in this segment is based on current travel information published by the Airlines. Rules, fees and baggage policies may change, please confirm details directly with the airline before their journey.)

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