These Airlines Charge The Highest Fees In The Sky

Americans reportedly spent $6 billion on airline fees in 2012, and if this new report from Airfarewatchdog is any indication, we're only going to shell out more this year. 

From surcharges on extra-heavy luggage to in-flight cocktails and booking by telephone, it's a wonder they haven't started charging for bathroom service, too.

Here's a breakdown of the airlines with the top 10 highest fees*:

*Each total includes fees for booking, one checked bag, one carry-on bag, overweight and oversized bags, changing flights, advanced seat selection, premium seats and perks, unaccompanied minors, pets, food and drink, and blankets and pillows.

We then highlighted four of the most commonly used fees.

A carry-on bag will cost you $75 on Allegiant Air.

Total possible fees: $558

First checked bag: $15-$75 per segment

Booking fee: $10/segment online, or $10/segment + $15/direction by phone

Advanced seat selection: $1-$75/segment

In-flight snacks: $2-$13

Takeaway: If you're traveling Allegiant, pack light. Allegiant is the only airline on the list besides Spirit to make passengers pay up for traveling with a carry-on, a $10-$75 charge per segment.

JetBlue will charge you $20 to book over the phone.

Total possible fees: $579

First checked bag: $0

Booking fee: $20 by phone or in person

Advanced seat selection: $0

In-flight snacks: Up to $6 for snacks or $12 for drinks

Takeaway: JetBlue launched a new unlimited pass in August for passengers who frequent their terminals, which allots them one free checked bag. But watch out after that — the charge for a second checked bag is $40 and jumps to $75 for every bag after that.

Air Canada makes $46 off seats with the best views.

Total possible fees: $597

First checked bag: $25

Booking fee: $0 

Advanced seat selection: $0-31 per direction for standard seats, $0-46 for preferred seats

In-flight snacks: $3-7 for food, $6-7 for drinks

Takeaway: Check the Air Canada website before booking your flight. The airline hosted a 50 percent off sale on some routes in 2012 and is known to post weekly deals for flyers looking for cheap fares.

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