It’s not the only thing that doesn’t make sense about the airline industry. But unlike most others, this one could save a ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Think airline tickets are based on distance or timing? Think again. We break down the secret pricing algorithms, booking window myths, and psychological tricks airlines use to get more of your money. ...

Airline seat selection used to be a free amenity included with the cost of your ticket. But starting in 2008, airlines began experimenting with seat fees, according to USA Today. By the late 2010s, ...

You may be surprised by the little-known and sometimes nonsensical rules lurking in the fine print. Here are a few that tripped up readers in 2025. By Seth Kugel Let’s end 2025 with a hypothetical ...

Alaska Airlines has announced daily, year-round service between Seattle and London Heathrow starting May 21, 2026. Tickets are on sale now. Flight times for the Seattle–London route will allow guests ...

Martha’s Vineyard residents got their first glimpse last week at the Steamship Authority’s new ferry reservation system that is expected to be rolled out next year. Planned to replace the 1990s ...

Using your travel reward points to score a free airline ticket may seem like a no-brainer. After all, why would you want to pay for a flight when you could fly for free? But to truly maximize your ...

When taking a flight today, most passengers don’t expect to get much for free. Maybe a complimentary soda or biscoff cookie, or a free checked bag on an international flight, if they’re lucky. But did ...

FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Pilots with Allegiant Airlines will be hosting a nationwide informational picket on Tuesday. Allegiant Air pilots, represented by Teamsters Local 2118, will hold a nationwide ...

Alaska Airlines is now selling tickets to Rome from our expanding global gateway in Seattle – another milestone as a growing global airline. We’ll offer daily, seasonal summer service between Seattle ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...