Southwest slashes Philadelphia fares

Southwest Airlines has cut the cost of flying from Philadelphia for travelers who book before May 31.

The carrier is offering low-cost travel from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, Manchester, Providence, Columbus, and Raleigh-Durham.

Advance-purchase fares as low as $29 one-way are available if booked two weeks before travel, and are valid between May 23 and November 2.

Walk-up fares that start from $49 are valid for travel between May 8 and November 2. All prices exclude taxes and fees.

"Southwest is celebrating three years in Philadelphia, and we think these low fares are a way to share the excitement with our Philly Customers," said Gary Kelly, Southwest's Chief Executive.

"Philadelphia has shown us that they want more Southwest flights, and we are currently working on new gate space to accommodate that demand."

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