U.S. airlines raised the cost to check bags on flights in recent days. American Airlines' price increase also includes extra fees for basic flyers.

There are still several ways for North Texas travelers to earn free bags when traveling on Southwest and American. Here is what you need to know.

American Airlines on Thursday announced it's raising fees for checked bags as the company and other airlines face rising fuel costs. The airline is raising its bag fee for flights within the U.S., ...