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Air Canada to bar carry-on bags for its lowest-fare customers

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 05 Dec, 2024 11:06 AM
  • Air Canada to bar carry-on bags for its lowest-fare customers

Starting early next month, Air Canada will bar carry-on bags for its lowest-fare customers. 

Canada's largest airline says passengers who opt for its basic fare on trips within North America and to sun destinations will have to check any duffel bags, rollers and large backpacks for a fee.

But small personal items such as a purse or laptop bag will be allowed for free, as will strollers and mobility aids.

It's also imposing a fee for lower-tier customers who want to change the seat assigned to them at check-in.

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