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Skiplagging: Controversial Air Travel Practice

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What is Skiplagging: Skiplagging involves booking longer flights with stopovers as intended destinations
Passengers can save money by skipping the first leg of a flight
This practice is not allowed with checked baggage
Practical Examples: United Airlines' Houston-Panama City roundtrip costs $1,400
Skiplagging from Chicago to Houston via Panama City can save $950
Air Canada's Toronto-Vancouver route offers up to 25% price savings
Airline Concerns: Airlines lose revenue due to empty seats
Many airline contracts explicitly prohibit skiplagging
Airlines may charge extra fees for non-compliance
Legal and Practical Challenges: Courts generally favor travelers against skiplagging
Airlines may use frequent flyer status to block skiplaggers
Skiplagging could lead to increased overbookings
Recent Developments: Airlines have become more cautious after pandemic
American Airlines issued travel agent warnings about skiplagging
Airlines monitor bookings to reduce skiplagging occurrences