# Jetstar criticized for new carry-on luggage fee described as 'easy cash grab'

Budget airline Jetstar has introduced a fee for carry-on luggage, which critics label a money-making move rather than a cost-recovery measure. The change means passengers must pay extra for bags they previously could bring free. It matters because it adds to travelers' expenses and reflects a broader trend of airlines unbundling services to boost revenue.

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- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/06/why-is-jetstar-charging-customers-for-carry-on-luggage) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:21 GMT