In spring 2026, Southwest Airlines shipped 12.6 million gallons of jet fuel from Houston to Los Angeles via the Panama Canal a first in the airline’s history. The move was a direct response to the 2026 Iran war–driven fuel crisis, which caused jet fuel prices to spike over 100% and is now pushing domestic airfares…
Alaska Air Group announced on July 22, 2026, that Hawaiian Airlines will replace its aging Boeing 717 fleet with Hawaiian-branded Boeing 737-800s on all interisland routes. The new aircraft bring free Starlink Wi-Fi, twice as many First Class seats, larger overhead bins, in-seat power, and reclining leather Recaro seats. A near-term capacity boost on HNL–OGG…
Qantas Project Sunrise is the airline’s plan to operate the world’s longest nonstop commercial flights, connecting Sydney and London Heathrow in approximately 19–20 hours aboard a custom Airbus A350-1000ULR. Commercial services launch in October 2027. Tickets go on sale in February 2027. Sydney–New York follows shortly after. On July 23, 2026, an Airbus A350-1000ULR departed…
JetBlue is discontinuing 7 routes primarily from JFK, Boston, and Providence effective September and October 2026, while simultaneously scaling Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to over 150 daily departures by winter 2026. The cuts free up aircraft to support JetBlue’s largest-ever FLL expansion, triggered by Spirit Airlines’ collapse in May 2026. JetBlue’s latest network move is…
On July 22, 2026, Ryanair announced it will remove 5 aircraft from Brussels South Charleroi Airport and cut 2 million seats across Belgium (Charleroi and Brussels Zaventem) covering winter 2026 and summer 2027. The cause: Belgium’s decision to raise its aviation departure tax from €5 to €7 from January 1, 2027. Affected passengers may be…
As of February 27, 2026, United Airlines requires all passengers to wear headphones when playing audio or video on personal devices. Failure to comply is now listed under the airline’s contract of carriage as a safety violation one that can result in removal from the flight or a permanent ban from United Airlines. Playing TikTok…
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The best airlines flying to Mexico in 2026 are Aeromexico, American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, Southwest, Volaris, and Viva Aerobus. Round-trip fares start from $172, with direct US-to-Mexico routes available from over 30 US cities. Note: Spirit Airlines permanently ceased all operations on May 2, 2026, removing one of the most popular budget options from…
The best airlines flying to Italy in 2026 include ITA Airways, Delta, United, American Airlines, and budget carriers like Ryanair and easyJet. ITA Airways leads on direct US–Rome frequency (~69 weekly flights), while Delta, United, and American have all added new nonstop routes to regional Italian cities. Round-trip fares from the US start around $350…
Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia are the top airlines flying directly to Dubai (DXB) in 2026. Round-trip fares from the US start around $1,154, with October being the cheapest month to fly. Emirates operates from Terminal 3, most international carriers from Terminal 1, and flydubai from Terminal 2. Always verify schedules directly regional disruptions in…
JetBlue leads US domestic airlines with economy seats up to 18.25 inches wide and 34-inch pitch. Internationally, Emirates and Singapore Airlines top premium economy, while ANA’s “The Room” is widely regarded as the widest business class seat. Singapore Airlines holds the best first class, with 50-square-foot private suites on select A380s. Seat size is one…
The best airlines for food in 2026 are Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates each excelling across different cabin classes. Singapore Airlines leads with its Book the Cook pre-order program, Qatar Airways dominates business class with dine-on-demand and Do&Co catering, and Emirates stands out for its route-specific regional menus and caviar-grade first class service. Airline…
The best first class airlines in 2026 are Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and ANA, based on suite design, service quality, dining, and redemption value. Singapore Airlines leads with its A380 Suites featuring a separate full-flat bed and armchair. Emirates follows with its Boeing 777 enclosed suites and iconic onboard shower. For domestic US routes, Delta One…
In 2026, seven major airlines fly to Hawaii Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United, Delta, American, Southwest, and JAL. Hawaiian and Alaska now operate under one company after merging in 2024. Nonstop routes serve Honolulu, Maui, Kona, and Kauai from 20+ U.S. mainland cities, with baggage fees ranging from $30 to $55 per checked bag depending…
In Q2 2026, 31+ airlines operate nonstop flights to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) across 163 destinations 139 domestic and 24 international. Southwest dominates with 43% of capacity. Two new long-haul carriers (Air France and Qantas) launched in 2026, while Spirit Airlines ceased all operations on May 2, 2026. Planning a trip to Las Vegas…
In 2026, major airlines including American, Delta, United, Southwest, JetBlue, Spirit, Frontier, and Allegiant serve Florida’s top airports MCO, MIA, FLL, and TPA. Round-trip fares start from $148, with Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Orlando (MCO) consistently offering the lowest average domestic fares. Book 15–43 days out for the best last-minute prices. Florida remains one of…
Airline shopping portals are free, loyalty-program-linked websites where members earn bonus miles by clicking through to retailers before making a purchase. Major portals including AAdvantage eShopping, United MileagePlus Shopping, and Delta SkyMiles Shopping cover 900 to 1,200+ stores. Sign-up takes under two minutes and is completely free. Most people assume airline miles only come from…
The best airline booking site in 2026 depends on your travel style. Momondo leads for overall price accuracy and baggage fee transparency. Google Flights excels for speed and price tracking. Skyscanner wins for flexible travelers. No single platform consistently beats all others using two or three in combination delivers the best results. Flight prices have…
Airlines like Allegiant Air include Frontier, Avelo, Breeze, Sun Country (now Allegiant-owned), Southwest, JetBlue, and JSX in the US, plus Ryanair, EasyJet, and Wizz Air internationally. All offer low base fares with add-on fees for bags and seat selection, though the overall experience, route coverage, and total cost vary significantly by carrier. Allegiant Air built…
Essential Air Service (EAS) is a U.S. federal program created in 1978 that subsidizes scheduled airline service to small and rural communities that would otherwise lose all commercial air access. As of fall 2024, it supports 177 communities across all 50 states and Puerto Rico, funded at $513.6 million for FY2026 and is currently…
United Airlines announced four new nonstop routes from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) for Summer 2026: Split, Croatia; Bari, Italy; Glasgow, Scotland; and Santiago de Compostela, Spain. United is the only U.S. carrier on all four routes. Flights begin as early as April 30, 2026, operated by Boeing 767-300ER and 737 MAX 8 aircraft. United…
The FAA officially certified American Airlines’ Flagship Suite privacy doors on the Airbus A321XLR in early 2026, completing the aircraft’s business class product. The A321XLR launched domestically on December 18, 2025, with 20 lie-flat suites in a 1-1 configuration, and entered transatlantic service on the JFK–Edinburgh route in March 2026. American Airlines quietly made aviation…
United Airlines has pivoted toward Airbus A321neo aircraft after nearly a decade of waiting for Boeing’s 737 MAX 10, which remains uncertified as of mid-2026. Persistent engine de-icing certification hurdles, compounded by post-crash regulatory scrutiny, have cost Boeing its competitive edge and United’s confidence. United Airlines committed to buying 100 Boeing 737 MAX 10s…
Airlines oppose permanent daylight saving time because it would force a complete overhaul of global scheduling systems, crew rotations, reservation platforms, payroll software, and international slot coordination. Airlines for America estimates the transition would take 18–24 months minimum, disrupting millions of already-booked tickets and international connections in the process. The U.S. House of Representatives passed…
Power banks under 100Wh (roughly 27,000mAh) are allowed in carry-on luggage on nearly all commercial flights in 2026. They cannot go in checked bags ever. Vapes and e-cigarettes follow the same carry-on-only rule. What has changed dramatically in 2026 is where and how you can store and use these devices once onboard. Airports haven’t changed…