U.S. Airways made $ 6.16 billion in baggage and aircraft change fees last year . Delta Air Lines made the most money in fees , with more than $ 1.6 billion . That year , American collected $ 277,991 in baggage fees , according to Department of Transportation data . The combined American - British Airways airline may top this next year .
U.S. Airways made $ 6.16 billion in baggage and aircraft change fees last year . Delta Air Lines made the most money in fees , with more than $ 1.6 billion . The combined American - British Airways airline may top this next year .