Airlines fly into new year with wave of fare sales
January 7, 2009 ·
A wave of fare sales has spread across the airline industry in the early days of the new year as the weak economy continues to put pressure on carriers to fill seats even after they drastically reduced capacity and some expressed willingness to cut more. Many experts and even executives at some airlines had expected [...]
Pack light or pay up for holiday flights
December 23, 2008 ·
When airlines started charging some passengers $15 or more earlier this year to check their bags, they blamed soaring fuel costs. Since then, oil has plummeted. Yet the industry hasn’t stowed away the bag fees. Many of us are still paying to fly with a suitcase that doesn’t squeeze into the overhead bin or under [...]
A look at airlines’ Oct. on-time performance
December 10, 2008 ·
U.S. airlines’ on-time performance and baggage handling improved in October, and the carriers overall posted a lower rate of domestic cancellations compared to the same month a year ago, the Transportation Department said Wednesday. Regional carrier Atlantic Southeast Airlines had the worst on-time performance in October, while regional carrier Pinnacle Airlines had the best. The [...]
Airlines baggage policies
November 25, 2008 ·
Baggage policies differ by airlines. Read the rules on the carrier’s Web site or ask an agent before you fly. Here are fees that some leading U.S. carriers charge for a first, second and third checked bag, plus special rules for ski equipment on domestic flights. Note that most airlines waive baggage fees for elite [...]
Holiday Travelers’ Survival Guide 2008
November 24, 2008 ·
The waits for planes, trains, and rental cars will be absurdly long this year. Get ahead of the crowd by taking the following shortcuts. Leave your gifts unwrapped. Airport screeners reserve the right to open any package. Wait until you reach your destination and then wrap your presents. You may bring cakes and pies through [...]
Delta AirLines adding first bag fee
November 5, 2008 ·
Delta AirLines Inc., the world’s biggest carrier, said Wednesday it will impose a $15 fee to check a first bag, becoming the last of the six legacy airlines to impose such a fee. The carrier also said it is cutting certain other fees as it aligns its policies with those of Northwest Airlines, which it [...]
Tips for holding down business travel costs
October 22, 2008 ·
With fuel surcharges, baggage fees and rising ticket costs, flying employees around the globe is more expensive than ever. American Express Business Travel has cash-saving tips for companies and road warriors: Confirm travel plans before booking; airlines often charge $150 or more for flight changes. Check as few bags as possible: Overnight delivery of presentation [...]
