American Airlines vs Avelo

Side-by-side comparison of American Airlines and Avelo: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.

American AirlinesAvelo
Country United StatesUnited States
Founded 19262021
Type Full-service airlineLow-cost carrier
Alliance oneworld-
Main hubs Philadelphia International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Charlotte Douglas International AirportHarry Reid International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Tweed-New Haven Regional Airport
Aircraft types 111
Cabin bag size 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)55 × 35 × 22 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in)
Checked bag (Economy) 1 piece · 22.7 kg (50 lb)1 piece · 22 kg (49 lb)
First checked bag fee from 30 USDfrom 43 USD
Extra bag fee -from 34 USD
Online check-in opens 24 h24 h
Online check-in closes 45 min1 h
Airport check-in fee freefree
Customer service phone 800-433-7300+1 346 616 9500

Key differences

  • American Airlines includes more checked baggage in the basic Economy fare: 1 piece · 22.7 kg (50 lb) vs 1 piece · 22 kg (49 lb) at Avelo.
  • American Airlines lets you check in online closer to departure (45 min vs 1 h).
  • Avelo is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while American Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
  • American Airlines is a oneworld member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.

Other comparisons

Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.