I have taken tons of flights where I didn’t need a carry on. Either because I already needed to check a bag, or because everything I needed fit in my personal item.
> you don’t get to see all the fees until you commit.
Not true in my experience. Whenever I’ve booked basic economy it seems like they’re very clear about what’s not included.
As for the second part, I meant "by the time you looked at the dates and hours and clicked on a specific flight".
I am absolutely for more price options. Why wouldn’t I be? Why would it end up being more expensive?
Usually not. Often I only need a personal item.
And even when I do need a checked bag, that’s fine if I have to pay for it. But then if I don’t also need a carry-on, why should I be paying the same fare as people who do?
> extras…that used to be free
Not free, included in the base fare with no possibility to opt out.