Read more airfare stories on Newserhttp://www.newser.com/taggrid/11657/airfare.html2009 - Newseren-usNewser Feed GeneratorTue, 24 Nov 2009 7:43:02 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/71836/holiday-fares-headed-for-stratosphere.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagIf you haven’t booked your holiday airfare yet, stop reading this and do it. Unlike last year, when airlines dropped prices at the last minute to fill unusually empty planes, prices this fall are on a decidedly upward trajectory, the New York Times reports. Last week, overall Thanksgiving fares rose...http://www.newser.com/story/71836/holiday-fares-headed-for-stratosphere.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagFri, 16 Oct 2009 9:12:07 CDThttp://www.newser.com/story/62810/buckle-up-for-higher-airfares.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagIf you’re planning on flying this summer, book your tickets now. After a long period of dropping fares and constant sales, prices went up earlier this month and appear likely to keep rising throughout the summer, the Wall Street Journal reports. “I think for the consumer, it’s as good as...http://www.newser.com/story/62810/buckle-up-for-higher-airfares.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagThu, 25 Jun 2009 10:24:02 CDThttp://www.newser.com/story/52391/plunging-airfares-hit-2-year-low.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagThe recession is causing a drop-off in ticket sales, which in turn is causing the airlines to make deep fare cuts, reports the Wall Street Journal . According to Travelocity, airfares for the 100 most popular routes have hit a 2-year low, and are priced 40% lower than last June's peak....http://www.newser.com/story/52391/plunging-airfares-hit-2-year-low.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagWed, 04 Mar 2009 10:24:00 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/43531/airfares-dip-on-last-minute-holiday-trips.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagWith many consumers too concerned about their wallets to make pricey trips, airlines are, for the first time in memory, lowering prices before the holidays, the Chicago Tribune reports. The reversal of convention is allowing late buyers to scrounge tickets for as much as $200 less than travelers who locked...http://www.newser.com/story/43531/airfares-dip-on-last-minute-holiday-trips.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagMon, 24 Nov 2008 12:14:13 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/43126/fewer-will-travel-for-thanksgiving-aaa.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagAn estimated 600,000 Americans will forego the 50-plus miles of travel they made last year to celebrate Thanksgiving, AAA predicts. The dip is the first in 6 years, but the fourth consecutive for general holiday travel. Despite cheaper gas, fewer people will drive cars this year, opting for more-economical...http://www.newser.com/story/43126/fewer-will-travel-for-thanksgiving-aaa.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagWed, 19 Nov 2008 15:33:34 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/42219/hey-at-least-travel-costs-are-plunging.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagThere’s a spot of good news for travelers amid the barrage of dire economic reports: Those looking for a flight, cruise, or hotel stay may find surprisingly good deals. As financial woes keep many Americans grounded, the travel industry is forced to drop prices to fill space, the Los Angeles...http://www.newser.com/story/42219/hey-at-least-travel-costs-are-plunging.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagMon, 10 Nov 2008 8:28:00 CSThttp://www.newser.com/story/40640/airfares-may-sag-in-09-report.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagThe slumping economy may bring some good to the travel industry: Domestic airfare and hotel rates could fall next year as strapped individuals and companies think twice about globetrotting. A slash in oil prices, down to half of summer’s record high, has also brought airlines relief, Reuters reports. In its...http://www.newser.com/story/40640/airfares-may-sag-in-09-report.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagWed, 22 Oct 2008 16:47:37 CDThttp://www.newser.com/story/32794/airfare-to-get-more-expensive-this-holiday-season.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagGet ready—this holiday season is going to boast some of the most expensive airfares ever, USA Today reports. Because of high fuel costs, most airlines have cut back flight schedules; figure about 9% fewer flights in November compared to a year ago. Having constricted supply, expect the airlines to...http://www.newser.com/story/32794/airfare-to-get-more-expensive-this-holiday-season.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagFri, 18 Jul 2008 13:40:41 CDThttp://www.newser.com/story/27372/air-bargains-still-there-but-more-hunting-needed.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagIt’s no secret that airline ticket costs are up—18% on average from last year. But, the Los Angeles Times reports, deals are still there, if you’re wiling to hunt for them. Limited-time online bargains can provide cheap fares, and many travelers are searching smaller airlines’ websites for deals they...http://www.newser.com/story/27372/air-bargains-still-there-but-more-hunting-needed.html?utm_source=syn&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tagTue, 13 May 2008 22:31:16 CDT