The Cheap Flights Weekly Roundup

As we enter the New Year, thoughts are starting to turn towards the summer vacation season, but there are still some great deals for those eager to take to the skies in the coming weeks. United Airlines has unveiled a host of post-holiday deals, including cheap flights between Chicago O'Hare and Las Vegas. Those hoping to head to the Sunshine State may well be tempted by AirTran's flights through March 6, 2007.

There have also been a number of positive announcements about airlines and airports in the US, as the aviation industry gears up for another busy year.

Airline Sales and Deals

Air Canada has launched a seasonal Saturday-only service from Toronto to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo.

Australian flag carrier Qantas unveiled a welcome sale on a number of popular Business-Class routes, including San Francisco to Sydney for $9,998.

British Airways also entered into the holiday spirit, offering discounts on 4.5 million seats as part of its New Year sale.

With prices starting at just $50, the post-holiday deals from United Airlines will be popular. Before taxes and fees are added, flights from Chicago O'Hare to London Heathrow can be bought for $177.

AirTran is offering a range of flights to Florida, with some deals starting from as low as $49 before taxes and fees are included.

New Service

Air China announced that the San Francisco to Beijing run will become a daily deal from April 1, 2007, catering for growing demand for flights to the bustling city.

Mesa Airways unveiled schedules and prices for three Illinois services, which will begin operating on February 1, 2007. Decatur, Marion and Quincy will all be connected with Chicago Midway.

Malaysia Airlines has also stepped up one of its routes, with the Los Angeles to Taipei to Kuala Lumpur service now operating daily.

Other New Year news

Passengers flying with Air Canada can look forward to an enhanced flying experience in 2007, thanks to a major revamp.

Priceline.com has revealed that the Las Vegas strip is again the top destination for New Year's Eve.

Finally, evidence of a development in aviation technology: officials have revealed that noise levels at Jackson Hole Airport in Wyoming have actually fallen in recent years, despite rising passenger numbers.

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