Michael,
The last time I took a normal sized bike box, it was $100 each way. You may have to take it to the oversize bag check area. They may open the box if the xray machine won't fit it. I felt lucky to be there when they opened and was able to remotely coach how to repack. If they open and you're not around, they're supposed to put a flyer in the box telling you they opened/searched.
If you have a choice on bikes, you might want to take one you don't mind getting a scratch on. Keeps the stress level lower.
Good luck, Brent Harrell Orlando, FL
On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 05:52, Michael Thompson <meauxtown@yahoo.com> wrote:
> I am thinking of taking my bicycle to the Continent for a 2 week tour in Oc
> tober. It has been some years since I've been out of the country with my bi
> ke and I'm sure things have changed. Does anyone know what the airlines
> now charge for oversize/heavy bags? What can I expect at the counter?
> Thanks.
>
> Michael Thompson
> Monroe, Louisiana=0A=0A=0A