How much does it cost to fly checked goods: hot topics and structured data analysis in the past 10 days
With the arrival of the summer travel season, air shipping costs have once again become a hot topic on social platforms. In the past 10 days, topics such as #baggageassassin# and #AirlineHiddenCharges have been read more than 300 million times, reflecting passengers’ widespread concern about checked baggage policies. This article will combine the latest data to provide you with a detailed analysis of the consignment charging standards of mainstream domestic and foreign airlines.
1. Comparison of core data on consignment charges of domestic airlines (updated in July 2024)
| airline | Economy class free quota | Overweight unit price (kg) | Special baggage charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air China | 20kg | ¥18 | Golf clubs¥200/piece |
| China Southern Airlines | 23kg | ¥15 | Bicycle ¥800/bike |
| China Eastern Airlines | 20kg | ¥20 | Surfboard¥400/piece |
| Hainan Airlines | 20kg | ¥16 | Pet cage ¥500/time |
| Spring Airlines | No free | ¥25 | Charges apply for items above 20 inches |
2. New trends in international flight consignment fees
According to the latest statistics from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), European and American airlines have recently increased checked shipping fees by an average of 12%. Among popular routes, there are obvious differences in the economy class shipping standards between China and the United States:
| route | Basic free amount | First item overweight fee | Pre-order discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing-Los Angeles | 1×23kg | $75 | 30% off official website |
| Shanghai-London | 1×23kg | £60 | 20% off APP |
| Guangzhou-Sydney | 2×23kg | AU$90 | Unlimited number of pieces |
3. Saving money tips spread all over the internet
Under the topic #Luggage Packing Challenge# on Douyin, these methods received more than 500,000 likes:
1.Utilize membership system: Silver card members generally receive an extra 10kg of free allowance.
2.Combined ticket strategy: Connecting flights sometimes have 20kg more quota than direct flights
3.Off-peak shipping: The overweight tolerance of early flights is 17% higher than that of late flights
4.Credit card rights: Some platinum cards include annual free shipping coupons
4. Controversial charges trigger discussions
Hot searches on Weibo show that the following three types of fees are most questioned:
| Charge items | average price | Complaint growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory checked baggage | ¥120-200 | 68% |
| Irregular baggage surcharge | ¥300+ | 42% |
| Last minute overweight fee | 3 times standard price | 55% |
5. Suggestions from industry experts
The "Guidelines for Baggage Transport Services" recently issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China emphasizes:All charges must be announced in advance. Consumer protection organizations remind:
1. Please read item 12 of the Terms of Transport in full when purchasing tickets.
2. Check the latest baggage regulations on the airline’s official website
3. Keep charge receipts in case of complaints
4. It is recommended to purchase special transportation insurance for special equipment.
According to Feichang Zhun’s big data, shipping disputes this summer dropped by 15% year-on-year, indicating that information transparency is working. Passengers are advised to do their homework before traveling to avoid paying unnecessary fees at the airport.
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