Canada’s last bastion of free carry-on is flying away.
Today, Air Canada announced that effective Jan. 3 passengers who purchase the cheapest ticket (called ‘economy basic fare’) will no longer be allowed a carry-on bag or suitcase to stow in the overhead bin on a complimentary basis.
So, if you’re on that basic fare and you do want to bring along a carry-on it will cost you an additional $35, due at the time you book and pay for your ticket.
Try to sneak a carry-on on board with a basic fare and you’ll be stopped and have to pay a premium fee of $65.
Airlines such as Flair, Porter and Sunwing have been charging for carry-ons for some time.
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