American Airlines Fees
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Comprehensive reference of documented fees for American Airlines. Data points are linked to official sources and verified for 2026 travel.
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Documented Fees
16 Verified Rows
| Category | Amount | Conditions | Pricing | When | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Checked baggage | 35.00 USD | Bag 1; base rate shown as $35 (prepaid) / $40 (standard at check-in location); fees vary by destination and travel date | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 45.00 USD | Bag 2; fees vary by destination and travel date | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 75.00 USD | Bag 1 on transatlantic flights; exceptions apply for Basic Economy and certain fare products | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 100.00 USD | Bag 2 on transatlantic flights | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 30.00 USD | Bag 1; fee applies on select Central America routes | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 45.00 USD | Bag 1; fee applies on select South America routes | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 200.00 USD | Bag 3; applies on most international routes | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Carry on | 0.00 USD | One carry-on bag and one personal item permitted; size and placement requirements apply; per flight | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Oversize baggage | 200.00 USD | Bags measuring 62–65 linear inches (158–165 cm); bags over 115 inches are not accepted | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Overweight baggage | 100.00 USD | Bags weighing 51–70 lbs (23–32 kg) | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Overweight baggage | 200.00 USD | Bags weighing 71–100 lbs (32–45 kg); bags over 100 lbs are not accepted | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Same day standby | 0.00 USD | Same-day standby available on select routes; eligibility restrictions apply; per request | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Same day change | Varies USD | Same-day confirmed change pricing varies by itinerary; starting at $60; per request | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Seat selection | Varies USD | Preferred seat pricing varies by flight; published range approximately $4–$139; per segment | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Seat selection | Varies USD | Main Cabin Extra pricing varies by flight; published range approximately $20–$280; per segment | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Unaccompanied minor | 150.00 USD | Unaccompanied minor service fee per direction; covers up to two siblings on the same flight | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
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