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Ask Airfarewatchdog.com: Considering inflation, air travel remains a good value

May 4th, 2012 Airfare Costs In Smaller Cities Keep Rising As Regional Carriers Go Bust - Business Insider
Business InsiderAirfare Costs In Smaller Cities Keep Rising As Regional Carriers Go BustBusiness InsiderAs we\’ve reported before, the best way to get around high airfare is to time when you book your flight. Studies have shown that airfares drop significantly six weeks (120 days) before departure, contrary to the popular belief that it pays to book well …

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:56:15 GMT
ACY airfares lowest in U.S. survey - Shore News Today
NOLA.comACY airfares lowest in U.S. surveyShore News TodayAtlantic City International Airport reported the lowest average domestic air fares in a survey released Monday, April 30 of the top 100 US airports by the US Department of Transportation. Average domestic air fares in the United States rose to $368 in …Memphis airfares soar near highestThe TennesseanBrace for higher ticket prices: Average fares increased in 2011\’s fourth …Tulsa WorldReport: Average Atlantic City fare was lowest among top 100 airportsPhiladelphia InquirerSun-Sentinel (blog)all 13 news articles »

Thu, 03 May 2012 20:02:30 GMT
Ask Airfarewatchdog.com: Considering inflation, air travel remains a good value
Q: Why is the general public (and readers of your column and website) complaining about the high cost of airfares? I worked in the airline industry from 1969 to 2003 in aircraft maintenance. Back in 1970 I flew from Los Angeles to Minneapolis round-trip. I remember well that back then the lowest fare was $350 (as an employee I paid 25 percent or $75). That 1970 $350 fare adjusted for inflation …

Thu, 03 May 2012 13:40:04 -0700
from Mumbai to soar from Tuesday
Mumbai: The cost of air travel from the city will go up by Rs 600 for those flying to overseas destinations and by Rs 100 for domestic travellers with the levy of development fee from Tuesday. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has …

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With Airfares Soaring, Driving is the Way to Go

May 4th, 2012 Orbitz 1Q loss narrows on better bookings
Analysts expected a loss of 7 cents per share on revenue of $190.4 million. Customer bookings grew 6 percent. They bought more hotel and vacation packages, while average daily hotel rates and both rose.

With Airfares Soaring, Driving is the Way to Go
BETHESDA, MD — May 3, 2012 : With airfares on the rise, a road trip is the way to go, says the Car Care Council, as the cost of flying for a family of four is about four times more costly than driving.

Thu, 03 May 2012 09:06:00 -0700
U.S. zoom 10 percent in fourth quarter
If it seems like your airline tickets are getting pricier, you are not mistaken. The Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported this week that average on domestic flights jumped 10 percent in the fourth quarter of 2011 from the same …

With Airfares Soaring, Driving is the Way to Go - Sacramento Bee
With Airfares Soaring, Driving is the Way to GoSacramento BeeBy Car Care Council BETHESDA, Md., May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — With airfares on the rise, a road trip is the way to go, says the Car Care Council, as the cost of flying for a family of four is about four times more costly than driving.and more »

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:41:49 GMT

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What does the phrase “other side” mean to you?

May 3rd, 2012

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With Airfares Soaring, Driving is the Way to Go - MarketWatch (press release)

May 3rd, 2012 With Soaring, Driving is the Way to Go
BETHESDA, MD–May 3, 2012: With on the rise, a road trip is the way to go, says the Car Care Council, as the cost of flying for a family of four is about four times more costly than driving. The increase in is not insignificant.

up for summer travel, likely to keep climbing
If you’re flying this summer, you’ll probably pay more than you did last year. And the price for a ticket to ride will likely keep rising for months to come. Summer fares for trips in the USA are up 3% on average over last year and 18% compared …

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Gulf nationals spend 260% more on

May 3rd, 2012 Rise in taxes, airfares hit tourism
Heavy taxation and mounting airfares in the domestic sector are taking their toll on inbound and domestic tourist movement, and weaning away domestic travellers to cheaper international tourist de…

Wed, 02 May 2012 23:08:25 -0700
could rise this summer as fuel prices burden carriers
Qatar Airways chief states that all Mideast airlines are being challenged by rising fuel costs even as Sheikh Ahmed says Emirates’ fuel costs were about $2 billion in 2011 Air travel could hit a high note this year if fuel prices continue to peak, said …

Gulf nationals spend 260% more on
Gulf nationals spend on average 260 percent more on and 430 percent on accommodation, with Qataris the biggest spenders, according to the results of a new survey. According to a study carried out by Emirates Aviation College, Qataris …

Yes, You Can Afford A Summer Vacation This Year
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Airfare trends to Europe - Atlanta Journal Constitution
Airfare trends to EuropeAtlanta Journal ConstitutionOpaque airfare in a package deal is often less than retail. Shop the vacation desks of your airline, travel websites such as Expedia or Travelocity or vacation websites such as Go-Today.com. This current sale could very well indicate the trend of …

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:56:05 GMT
Mitchell Airfares Remain Low, But Gain Altitude - The Leading Aviation Industry Resource for News, Equipment and
Mitchell Airfares Remain Low, But Gain AltitudeThe Leading Aviation Industry Resource for News, Equipment andMay 01–Fares at Mitchell International Airport remain among the nation\’s lowest, but their upward march continued in the fourth quarter of 2011, newly released data show. The $304 average round-trip domestic fare out of Milwaukee ranked 88th among the …and more »

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:10:44 GMT
Mitchell Airfares Remain Low, But Gain Altitude
May 01–Fares at Mitchell International Airport remain among the nation\’s lowest, but their upward march continued in the fourth quarter of 2011, newly released data show.

Wed, 02 May 2012 01:10:07 -0700
Memphis airfares soar near highest
Memphis had the third-highest airfares among the nation\’s Top 100 airports in the final quarter of 2011, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics said this week, while Nashville was 61st on the list, the lowest among the airports in the Mid-South region.

Wed, 02 May 2012 01:20:45 -0700
Memphis soar near highest
MEMPHIS ? Memphis had the third-highest among the nation?s Top 100 airports in the final quarter of 2011, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics said this week, while Nashville was 61st on the list, the lowest among the airports in …

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Domestic set record high in 2011

May 2nd, 2012 Domestic air fares soared to record high in 2011
Domestic airfares jumped 8.3% in 2011, reaching the highest level on record and are on pace to continue to rise, according to federal data released Monday.

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:25:01 -0700
Mitchell airfares remain low, but gain altitude - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Mitchell airfares remain low, but gain altitudeMilwaukee Journal SentinelBy Rick Romell of the Journal Sentinel Fares at Mitchell International Airport remain among the nation\’s lowest, but their upward march continued in the fourth quarter of 2011, newly released data show. The $304 average round-trip domestic fare out of …and more »

Tue, 01 May 2012 20:08:18 GMT
Domestic airfares set record high in 2011
The average domestic airfare of $364 is up 8% from 2010. Adjusted for inflation, however, it\’s significantly below the 2000 peak. Pushed by higher fuel costs, the nation\’s airlines increased domestic airfares to record levels in 2011, and ticket prices are going up again this year.

Tue, 01 May 2012 06:49:41 -0700
Domestic airfares set record high in 2011 - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles TimesDomestic airfares set record high in 2011Los Angeles TimesThe average domestic airfare of $364 is up 8% from 2010. Adjusted for inflation, however, it\’s significantly below the 2000 peak. Airline industry representatives say last year\’s 28% jump in fuel costs made it necessary to raise airfares.Domestic airfares hit record high in 2011Allentown Morning CallMemphis is No. 3 for highest airfaresMemphis Commercial AppealMemphis third-highest for airfares in latest dataMemphis Business Journal (blog)Transportation Nation -Philadelphia Inquirer -Sun-Sentinel (blog)all 19 news articles »

Tue, 01 May 2012 04:27:43 GMT
Domestic set record high in 2011
Pushed by higher fuel costs, the nation’s airlines increased domestic to record levels in 2011, and ticket prices are going up again this year. The average domestic airfare last year was $364, an 8.3% increase over the average of $336 …

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Domestic airfares set record high in 2011 - Los Angeles Times

May 1st, 2012 Memphis is No. 3 for highest airfares
Memphis had third-highest airfares among the nation\’s top 100 airports last fall, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported Monday.

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:00:00 -0700
Memphis third-highest for in latest data
at Memphis International Airport Memphis International Airport Latest from The Business Journals Delta confirms rumors with oil refinery purchase Memphis third highest in the U.S. New York investors buy Highland Meadows in Memphis Follow …

How to save money on airfare - msnbc.com
msnbc.comHow to save money on airfaremsnbc.comAirfare prices seem to be increasing by the day, but Travel + Leisure\’s Nilou Motamed has tips on how to get the most bang for your buck. By Travel + Leisure staff Timing is everything when it comes to getting the best airfare.and more »

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:13:58 GMT

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Lauderdale-New York among the few routes with deals

May 1st, 2012 Lauderdale-New York among the few routes with deals
Denver could also offer bargains In a summer travel season with mostly higher airfares, the Fort Lauderdale to New York route will be one of the few that will cost less this year than last.

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 06:23:16 -0700
Memphis is No. 3 for highest
Memphis had third-highest among the nation’s top 100 airports last fall, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported Monday. Domestic, round-trip fares from Memphis International Airport averaged $484, up 20 percent over a year …

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Domestic airfares hit record high in 2011 - Los Angeles Times

April 30th, 2012 Memphis has third-highest among nation’s top 100 airports
Memphis had third-highest among the nation’s top 100 airports last fall, the Bureau of Transportation reported Monday. Domestic, roundtrip fares from Memphis International Airport averaged $484, up 20 percent over a year earlier, in the …

Domestic airfares hit record high in 2011
Domestic airfares jumped 8.3% in 2011, reaching the highest level on record and are on pace to continue to rise, according to federal data released Monday.

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:58:14 -0700
Airfares from Mumbai to soar from Tuesday - IBNLive.com
IBNLive.comAirfares from Mumbai to soar from TuesdayIBNLive.comLater, the MIAL had requested tariff regulator Airport Economic Regulatory Authority to fix the DF saying any delay would affect developmental work being carried at the airport due to shortage of funds. Air fares from Mumbai to soar from Tuesday.Curb soaring airfare, DGCA urgedDaily News & Analysisall 13 news articles »

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:59:32 GMT
Domestic hit record high in 2011
Domestic jumped 8.3% in 2011, reaching the highest level on record and are on pace to continue to rise, according to federal data released Monday. The average airfare last year was $364, compared with $336 in 2010, according to a report …

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