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Financial Derivative Instruments - Schedule of Premium Expense (Benefit) for Fuel Derivative Contracts (Details) - Fuel derivative contracts - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2025 | Sep. 30, 2024 | Sep. 30, 2025 | Sep. 30, 2024
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Fuel and oil |  |  |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Expense (benefit) recognized in income on derivatives | $ 36 | $ 34 | $ 110 | $ 114
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other (gains) losses, net |  |  |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Premium expense recognized in income on derivatives | $ 0 | $ 5 | $ 0 | $ 5

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