Air Travel News

News about air travel, airlines, and flying—and what it means for you, the traveler.

A bright yellow Spirit Airlines plane flying through the sky
Air Travel News
Now That Spirit Airlines Has Shut Down, What’s the Future of Affordable Flying?
May 12, 2026 05:30 PM
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Rachel Chang
Japan has so many cities worth visiting, and the national airline lets you visit as many as possible in one trip.
Air Travel News
With Airfares Climbing, Here’s How to Fly to Two Destinations for the Price of One
May 8, 2026 05:46 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Air Travel News
Bye-Bye, Biscoff! Delta Discontinues Snack and Drink Service on Short Flights
May 6, 2026 02:45 PM
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Bailey Berg
A view of JetBlue's Mint class, or business-class seats, with the overhead bins open and several pieces of blue luggage sitting within them
Air Travel News
The Best Airlines in North America for First, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy Class, Ranked
May 6, 2026 06:22 AM
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Michelle Baran
Aerial view of people at an airport, with passengers visible on two levels
Air Travel News
This Underused Option Is the Quickest Way to Get Through TSA
May 5, 2026 07:00 PM
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Iona Brannon
A departure board at Harvey Milk Terminal in San Francisco International Airport
Air Travel News
The 75-Day Partial Government Shutdown Is Finally Over. Here’s What That Means for Travel
May 1, 2026 06:54 PM
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Jeri Clausing
A group of four friends meet up at the airport
Air Travel News
TSA PreCheck Is Offering Young Travelers a Discount Ahead of a Busy Travel Season
May 1, 2026 04:15 PM
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Iona Brannon
The nose of a Lufthansa aircraft parked at an empty airport gate as seen through the windows of the terminal
Air Travel News
How a Jet Fuel Crisis and Digital Border Entry Woes Could Disrupt Your Upcoming Europe Trip
April 30, 2026 05:49 PM
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Barbara Peterson
TSA checkpoint at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Air Travel News
How to Get Through Airport Security Quickly, According to a TSA Insider
April 27, 2026 12:59 PM
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Nick Kurczewski
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is the sixth busiest in the world.
Air Travel News
A Major U.S. Airport Is Being Forced to Cut Hundreds of Flights This Summer
April 24, 2026 06:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
A new airport in Qaqortoq makes it much easier to access beautiful southern Greenland destinations like Nanortalik.
Air Travel News
Greenland’s Tourism Officials Have a Message for U.S. Travelers as a New Airport Opens in the Southern Fjords
April 24, 2026 03:02 PM
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Chris Dong
Both Google Flights and Wikipedia have some key features that can help you find the right flights for your needs.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Find the Best and Cheapest Airfares Using Google Flights and Wikipedia (Yes, Wikipedia!)
April 23, 2026 03:38 PM
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Paul Rubio
DFW Centurion Lounge Expansion rendering
Trending News
American Express Expands Centurion Lounge Network With New U.S. Locations
April 21, 2026 11:12 AM
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Bailey Berg
British Airways - customers using Starlink
Air Travel News
Annoying or About Time? This Major Airline Now Allows In-Flight Phone Calls.
April 17, 2026 02:38 PM
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Bailey Berg
View from the runway at Denver International Airport
Trending News
A New Ranking Reveals the World’s Busiest Airports—and Nearly Half Are in the United States
April 17, 2026 12:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
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Air Travel News
The Wait Is Almost Over for Air New Zealand’s Skynest Bunk Beds
April 16, 2026 11:52 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
An image of Delta's upgraded business class suites
Trending News
Delta’s Business Class Is About to Be More Luxe Than Ever. Here’s What to Expect
April 13, 2026 04:59 PM
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Chris Dong
United Airlines - Los Angeles, CA
Trending News
Business Class on a Budget? United Announces New Fare Tiers
April 9, 2026 05:21 PM
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Bailey Berg
Open window shades help flight attendants, and passengers, spot any unusual occurrences during the most critical phases of the flight.
Air Travel News
The Real Reason Airlines Want You to Raise the Window Shade Before Takeoff and Landing
April 9, 2026 12:18 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
A person walking with a white roller luggage
Trending News
These Airlines Have Just Raised Their Checked Bag Fees—but There Are a Few Ways to Save
April 8, 2026 03:23 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Air Travel News
Bereavement Fares Aren’t What They Used to Be—Here’s How They Work Now
April 3, 2026 02:40 PM
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Bailey Berg
An Alaska Airlines business class seat with plaid bedding, a white pillow and a small amenity kit
Air Travel News
For the First Time, This U.S. Airline Will Offer Business Class on International Flights
April 2, 2026 07:53 PM
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Bailey Berg
Long security lines at Denver International Airport
Air Travel News
TSA Agents Will Finally Be Getting Paid Again, But Challenges for U.S. Airports Remain
March 30, 2026 05:38 PM
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Jeri Clausing
A United plane flies over the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco (right); and rows of United's new Polaris seats
Air Travel News
United’s New “Elevated” Airplanes Are Launching in April With Bigger and Better Polaris Suites
March 27, 2026 08:24 PM
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Chris Dong
A person laying down with pillows and a blanket on a United Relax Row, a set of three economy seats in a couch-like setup
Air Travel News
A Lie-Flat Economy Couch Is Being Introduced by a Major U.S. Airline for the First Time
March 26, 2026 07:25 PM
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Chris Dong
A Star Alliance plane flying through the air
Air Travel News
How the War in the Middle East Is Affecting Flights to Europe, Asia . . . and Almost Everywhere
March 25, 2026 06:24 PM
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Bailey Berg
Why Mobile Passport Is the Best-Kept Secret Among International Travelers
Trending News
The Little-Known (and Free) App That Can Get You Through Passport Control Faster
March 25, 2026 02:21 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
A smattering of people walking through the terminal at LaGuardia Airport
Air Travel News
New York’s LaGuardia Airport Briefly Shut Down Following Air Canada Crash—Here’s the Latest
March 23, 2026 06:42 PM
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Barbara Peterson
Long TSA security lines on Sunday, Mar 22, 2026, in Terminal 5 at JFK airport
Air Travel News
ICE Agents Head to U.S. Airports Amid TSA Staffing Issues—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
March 23, 2026 05:57 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Singapore Changi is a treasure trove of unique airport attractions, including this massive indoor garden.
Air Travel News
The World’s Best Airport Has a Semi-Olympic Pool, Giant Trampoline, and More Than 60 Places to Eat
March 18, 2026 03:00 PM
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Lottie Gross
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