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British Airways vs American Airlines: baggage fees compared
In short: British Airways' checked bag starts cheaper than American Airlines' when added online; both include a cabin bag. Prices vary by route and date: these are the ranges each airline publishes.
| British Airways | American Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Checked online | €65 to €80 / ≈£54.62 to £67.22 | ≈€75.79 / ≈£63.68 |
| Checked at the airport | €70 to €95 / ≈£58.82 to £79.83 | not published |
| Cabin bag | included (free) | included (free) |
| Cabin bag size | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 56 × 36 × 23 cm |
| Free personal item | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | 45 × 35 × 20 cm |
| Seat | ≈from €23.80 / from £20 | free |
From each airline's own price pages: British Airways checked 2026-10-21, American Airlines checked 2026-10-21.
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