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The Iran war sent jet fuel prices sky-high. Here's what air travelers should know

Fuel is airlines' second-largest expense, and getting even costlier due to the U.S. war with Iran. Airlines are looking for ways to cope, starting by hiking checked baggage fees for most fliers.

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The Iran war sent jet fuel prices sky-high. Here's what air travelers should knowFuel is airlines' second-largest expense, and getting even costlier due to the U.S. war with Iran. Airlines are looking for ways to cope, starting by hiking checked baggage fees for most fliers.
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