Post by Andrea Mooney on Tuesday 2 February, 2010 in Travel News
Northwest Airlines is officially fading to black. As of this weekend, Delta moved into one of the final stages of its merge with the carrier, by combining the two reservation systems, retiring the NWA website and its flight numbers.Up until this weekend, the Northwest Airlines site referred its customers to Delta’s site but now it is non-existent and goes there directly. Its final flight...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Monday 1 February, 2010 in Travel News
In a lengthy decision between joining Delta Air Lines and SkyTeam, and staying with American in the Oneworld Alliance, Japan Airlines president Masaru Onishi has said that a decision will come soon, and it will not be influenced by any other previous conversations.The airline will reportedly decide on its alliance as soon as possible, but it will not provide a time frame for when the choice...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Wednesday 27 January, 2010 in United Airlines
Not every airline was as successful as AirTran in its profit posting for the fourth quarter of 2009. Both Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have posted losses, and US Airways is expected to do the same thing.United’s loss is smaller than anticipated, and the carrier points to declining travel demand as a reason for the numbers. While its revenue trends continue to improve and its shares...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Wednesday 27 January, 2010 in Delta
Grab your black and gold, or blue and white, and purchase an airline ticket to Miami for the biggest game of the year. Delta Air Lines announced it is adding more flights to and from Indianapolis and New Orleans so more Saints and Colts fans can watch the Super Bowl live on Feb. 7.Delta will add another flight on Feb. 4 and Feb. 5 from Indianapolis to Atlanta, to go with the already set...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Tuesday 26 January, 2010 in Travel News
In light of 2009’s tug of war with fare sales and hikes, we are now seeing airlines back off from raising prices, according to Reuters.American Airlines kicked off the first price increase of the year last week, and added $6-16 onto round-trip flights. The move was closely followed by Delta and Continental, according to farecompare.com.But while dealing with the slightly depleted travel...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Monday 25 January, 2010 in Delta
Delta Air Lines will invest $1 billion over the next few years to upgrade its aircraft and enhance airport lounges. The world's largest air carrier said it would spend about $300 million a year through mid-2013 on upgrades and enhancements.So, just what can flyers expect? Full...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Wednesday 20 January, 2010 in United Airlines
In the aftermath of Haiti’s strongest earthquake in 200 years, industries, companies, and individuals have banded together to combine efforts in helping victims. With a current death toll between 100,000 – 200,000, the disaster has been compared to both the 2004 Indian Ocean...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Wednesday 13 January, 2010 in US Airports
Continental made two swift moves recently; one to please passengers, and one that might not. The airline has offered a new online check-in service that makes the airport process faster and easier. It has also raised checked baggage fees like its competitor, Delta.Let’s start with the good news. Now you can check in online, print your boarding pass (or have it faxed to you if you don’t...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Monday 11 January, 2010 in Delta
Delta Air Lines has increased its bag fees for flights on or after Jan. 12, 2010. If you purchased your flight after Jan. 5, 2010, you're subject to these new bag fees.Passengers paying online for checked bags will be charged $23 for the first bag and $32 for the second -- an $8 and $7 increase from current rates, respectively. Those checking in bags at the airport will shell out even...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Friday 8 January, 2010 in United Airlines
We may be seeing a bit of airline delays in the wake of the Christmas Day scare, but according to the Associated Press, the government says that our nation’s airlines have set an on-time record in November 2009.MSNBC reports that the Transportation Department says that 88.6 percent of November flights arrived on time, which beats the record set in September 2008 for 88 percent of on time...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Wednesday 6 January, 2010 in Delta
Now's your chance to shine... Delta Air Lines Inc. wants to send two music fans to the upcoming Grammy Awards for free, and you have to do is show your enthusiasm.The Delta Grammy sweepstakes will award two passengers Grammy tickets, hotel...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Monday 4 January, 2010 in Delta
Say goodbye to the red and white logo that graces the gates for Northwest flights. Now that Delta Air Lines has received government permission to consolidate Delta and Northwest Airlines into one carrier, the Northwest logo will soon be history.Delta will begin adding its logo and brand to currently operating Northwest flights and phase out the Northwest name through the first quarter of...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Wednesday 9 December, 2009 in Travel News
Northwest Airlines has certainly had its share of controversial news stories this year. From reducing flights to allergy concerns to those famously distracted pilots, the Delta subsidiary has had quite a bit of explaining to do.Now, a Detroit woman who flew on the carrier’s plane to Las Vegas is suing the airlines because of a knee injury. Kathy Kuhn hurt her knee while trying to get out...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Wednesday 9 December, 2009 in Savings and Deals
What better way to experience the holiday season than to see how other countries celebrate? Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of European cities this winter with Delta’s flight sale from New York. Not in the mood for the cold? Fly to the Bahamas instead. Either destination will give you a unique winter experience.Live the literary charm of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Thursday 3 December, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines announced it will add new nonstop flights to Honolulu from Detroit and San Diego, beginning in June 2010. The new Hawaii flights marks the first time Delta has flown the Honolulu-San Diego route, and reinstates nonstop service from Detroit that was eliminated in 2004.
The new daily flights from San Diego are effective June 3, 2010:
Departs San Diego...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Wednesday 2 December, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines Inc. announced today it will cut more flights from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport by mid-February 2010.According to a statement released by Delta, the airline will eliminate two flights each from Cinncinnati to Montreal, and Des Moines, Iowa. It will also cut one flight each to Providence, Rhode Island; and Oklahoma City.
Delta started cutting Cincinnati...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Tuesday 1 December, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines announced it will close call centers in Montreal and London next year, and move some of those jobs back to the United States, airline officials at Delta confirmed Monday.
According to the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the international call center office closures are part of an alignment of call centers among SkyTeam members Delta and Air France-KLM Group. The paper reports that...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Thursday 19 November, 2009 in Travel News
While American undergoes internal challenges, they’re also competing externally to keep Japan Airlines (JAL) as a partner. Delta, now the largest carrier in the world, is trying to lure JAL to leave American and its Oneworld Alliance, and join it and Skyteam to recover from its recent fiscal struggles.Since the 1990’s, American has partnered with JAL, and collaborates on routes and rewards...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Wednesday 18 November, 2009 in United Airlines
At first it was just an extra $10 or $20 added to your Thanksgiving flight, but the airlines have raked in so much additional revenue from the surcharges they're extending -- and increasing -- the surcharges through peak travel times in 2010.
United, Delta, and Northwest are increasing their peak travel time flights by $50 in some cases through Memorial Day 2010. US Airways took...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Tuesday 17 November, 2009 in United Airlines
Good news frequent fliers: If you’re a United Airlines elite-level traveler, you’ll be entitled to unlimited complimentary domestic upgrades on Continental Airlines flights, beginning in mid-2010.The new benefits, which are also available for Continental frequent fliers traveling on United flights, are thanks to the global partnership the two airlines created 2008. Additional benefits...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Tuesday 17 November, 2009 in US Airports
Delta Air Lines is extending its contract at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the Atlanta Business Chronicle reports. According to the paper, the Atlanta City Council approved a seven-year extension of Delta's lease with the Atlanta airport.The lease keeps Delta from leaving Atlanta as a hub location, and ensures additional Atlanta flights from Delta and its partners.As part...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Friday 13 November, 2009 in Travel News
We’ve told you about some of the major carriers in the airline industry, like Delta cutting flights in order to save costs, but the smaller regional airlines are preparing for financial strain as well. Yesterday, Horizon Air announced that it will cut one out of three daily flights from Walla Walla to Seattle, Washington. The decision comes as a last resort, and one that has been worked on...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Thursday 12 November, 2009 in Delta
If you're flying Delta Nov. 24-30 get ready to plug in: Delta Air Lines is offering free in-flight WiFi on their domestic flights. The LA Times is reporting that Delta and eBay are teaming up to match Google and Virgin America's free in-flight WiFi campaigns.
The catch: Delta passengers will log onto the Web and be immediately transported to the holiday page on eBay....
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Wednesday 11 November, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines is one step closer to a cashless cabin, according to The Atlanta-Journal Constitution. The newspaper is reporting that Delta will only accept credit cards for on-board food and alcoholic drink purchases starting Dec. 1 on all domestic Delta and Northwest flights.
Delta will still take cash and credit on international flights; and it does not accept credit cards on...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Tuesday 10 November, 2009 in Travel News
Delta-Northwest and American Airlines are competing for partnership with Japan Airlines. The Asian carrier has had a very public financial struggle this year, and has asked the government for more funding in order to keep afloat.
Currently, a partnership exists between Japan Airlines and American Airlines. The two companies share frequent flier benefits and international routes. In...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Wednesday 4 November, 2009 in Savings and Deals
Athens has ancient ruins, Istanbul has diversity and Venice has its famous waterways. And, Delta Air Lines has flights to these cities and other European destinations starting at $239 each way.
Departures are limited to New York City (JFK), but travel is valid through March 2010. The blackout dates for each destination vary, so be sure to check the terms and conditions before booking a...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Friday 30 October, 2009 in United States
Everyone knows that the holidays are stressful. Whether you’re organizing family dinners or going nuts about shopping, there’s so much to do, and sometimes you just need a break. And where are the best breaks born? Las Vegas.Now you can round-trip flights, three nights at the Riviera Hotel and Casino, four days of car rental, and all fuel surcharges when you mention Budget Travel’s...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Monday 26 October, 2009 in Delta
Travelers in the Cincinnati area will have fewer options from Delta, starting January.
Delta Air Lines announced it will eliminate another 10 percent of its flights at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
The Cincinnati airport serves more than 20 million passengers annually and serves both domestic and international routes.
Delta, the world's largest...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Thursday 22 October, 2009 in Travel News
Atlanta may be nicknamed “Hotlanta,” but there are even hotter places to travel this winter. Delta Air Lines has put flights from Atlanta to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America on sale through Oct. 26. Travel and black-out dates vary by destination, but most routes are available now with black-out dates around the holidays. We tested the Atlanta to Cabo San Lucas route and found a...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Wednesday 21 October, 2009 in Travel News
World travelers rejoice – Delta is expanding its international routes for the summer of 2010. New routes will originate from existing and additional US cities, and will either add completely new routes, or increase the number of flights to and from cities.Delta announced yesterday that it will increase its number of flights, the size of its planes, and expand existing routes in an effort to...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Tuesday 20 October, 2009 in Travel News
In the past year, Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines have merged rather seamlessly to form the world’s largest airline. Typically, merging airlines struggle with confused passengers, puzzling check-in issues, and streamlining speed bumps, but Delta and Northwest have learned from past merges (NWA and Republic) and phased in new changes with ease.One change that deserves attention in...
Post by Andrea Mooney on Monday 19 October, 2009 in Delta
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Delta is doing its part by raising awareness 30,000 feet in the air. In an effort to fund a search for the cure, Delta has rolled out its Pink Initiatives that benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. In its fifth year of support, Delta launched its campaign in New York City by illuminating JFK International Airport’s traffic control tower...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Tuesday 13 October, 2009 in Delta
It may be October, but snow is already falling in some places. Denver saw its first snowfall over the weekend, which means it’s time to start thinking about a ski getaway.
Delta Vacations is promoting its ski specials, which change each week. This week, Denver may not be on the list, but other cities are, including Minneapolis and Atlanta. The packages include airfare, lift tickets, plus...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Tuesday 6 October, 2009 in Delta
Amsterdam offers that cool European feel with its rich history, unique neighborhoods and guaranteed fun. Want to go? Of course you do.
Delta Airlines has put their daily non-stop Portland, Oregon to Amsterdam route on sale through Oct. 26. Fares start at $339 each way (taxes and fees are extra).
Travel between Oct. 25 and May 15, 2010. Take note of black-out dates near the...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Tuesday 29 September, 2009 in Delta
It's no secret the airlines are in dire need of financing. Thanks to a down economy and a decline in air travel, airlines have suffered a drop in revenue and overall liquidity, leaving them to find new and inviting ways to boost their bottom dollar.
Delta Air Lines is making up for lost revenue, thanks to a recent $2.1 billion financing, secured by its Pacific route...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Friday 25 September, 2009 in Delta
Twelve million people in Tokyo can’t be wrong. With its busy streets and picturesque scenery, you’ll be amazed at what you’ll see in this Japanese city.
For a limited time, fly from the west coast city of Portland, and get discounted flights to Tokyo through Delta Airlines starting at $439 each way, exclusive of taxes and fees. You must purchase your ticket by Oct. 4 for travel...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Wednesday 9 September, 2009 in Delta
If the summer wasn’t hot enough for you, go where you know the sun will be shining. Delta Air Lines has put flights from New York City to the Caribbean, Mexico and Brazil on sale until Sept. 14.
The fares are valid for travel between now and Dec. 13, but check the black-out dates for your destination. Travel to Sao Paolo must be complete by Dec. 12.
We searched flights in late...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Tuesday 1 September, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines is offering discounted flights to Europe when you depart from Atlanta this fall. The sale, which ends Sept. 7, includes flights to Paris, Amsterdam and Madrid.
The details: Travel must occur between Sept. 7 and Oct. 24. A Saturday night stay is required. Be sure to check the black-out dates in September for Barcelona and Frankfurt.
In a search between Atlanta and...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Friday 28 August, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines is offering discounted fares to Europe when you book by Aug. 31. Destinations included in the sale are Italy, France and Germany.
Travel is valid from New York City (JFK) through Oct. 24 and a Saturday night stay is required. Take note of black-out dates which exist for all destinations, except Milan.
We searched for a flight between New York and Milan in September...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Tuesday 25 August, 2009 in Delta
It's a little under eight hours to get from New York to London, but that's enough time to get a good night's sleep and Delta is joining the better sleep brigade.
Delta Air Lines Inc., the world's largest airline operator, announced it will add full-flight beds to its BusinessElite cabin on all flights between New York-JFK and London-Heathrow.
According to a press...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Tuesday 18 August, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines is offering discounted flights between Atlanta and other U.S. cities through Aug. 25. Although the sale ends in the dog days of summer, travel is valid through the wintry days of December (Dec. 16 to be exact).
The details: Blackout dates are through Thanksgiving week: Nov. 24, 25, 28, 29 and 30. A 10-day purchase is required. Other than that, we didn’t find...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Thursday 13 August, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines and US Airways are swapping spots at two of the nation's largest airports.
Delta will take over a number of US Air ways's takeoff and landing slots at NYC's LaGuardia Airport, while US Airways moves into some of Delta's space at Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington DC.
Delta Air Lines currently has 16 gates at La Guardia and operates...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Monday 10 August, 2009 in Delta
It’s Monday and the best way to deal with that harsh fact is to start thinking about potential travel plans for the upcoming weekend. And, with fares from $59 one way, that should really brighten up your day.
Delta Air Lines is offering flights to Las Vegas, Orlando and other popular cities for last-minute travel this weekend. Book by Saturday, Aug. 15 and depart Saturday. Return on...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Wednesday 29 July, 2009 in Delta
Delta Airlines is offering discounted fares to hundreds of cities across the U.S., including Orlando and San Diego. The sale also includes flights to international destinations, including London and Tokyo. And, talk about a huge selection of fares to choose from. The Fall Sale has more than 20,000 fares on sale right now, so if you were itching to travel, we’d guess there’s a flight for...
Post by Melanie Nayer on Tuesday 28 July, 2009 in Delta
Delta Air Lines is making some changes to its frequent flier program, and it includes more than just extra miles for future flights.
Delta is borrowing a few ideas from the cellphone industry and allowing elite frequent fliers to 'rollover' miles earned and unused in a given year. There are some restrictions, of course, but Delta hopes these rollover options will give frequent...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Friday 24 July, 2009 in Delta
Are the islands calling? Go ahead and answer, because we found a way to get you there for next to nothing. Delta Air Lines launched a Hawaii flight sale that's almost too good to believe.
Book flights to Honolulu from select U.S. cities and fly to Hawaii for as low as $163 each-way (taxes are extra). Book your flights by Aug. 5 and travel Aug. 22 -- Dec. 16, 2009. The only blackout...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Tuesday 21 July, 2009 in Delta
It’s only Tuesday, but we’re already thinking about the weekend. We’ve scoped out the weekly Web fare sale from Delta Air Lines, which includes stops in Nashville, Las Vegas and Salt Lake City. Get out and enjoy some music at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, try
your luck at the blackjack tables in Las Vegas or head outside for some
hiking or golf in Salt Lake City.
Book by July...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Monday 20 July, 2009 in Delta
Spin a globe and your next trip with Delta Vacations will be right under your finger. We’re exaggerating – Delta Vacation’s Worldwide Sale isn’t THAT expansive -- but the latest deals will definitely make you want to explore a new place.
Packages include airfare, a choice of hotels for three nights, hotel taxes and bonus miles (for those that apply). Book by July 31 for travel...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Friday 17 July, 2009 in Delta
The U.S. Department of Transportation slapped Delta Airlines with a $375,000 fine last week for failing to follow the proper procedures for bumping passengers from flights.
According to a press release from the DOT, Delta was fined for not clearly explaining passenger rights and rules when they are involuntarily bumped from flights.
Flights are often oversold to ensure the...
Post by © Cheapflights Ltd on Thursday 9 July, 2009 in Delta
We love a good airline match-up at Cheapflights. For travel experts, a good airfare war is like the Super Bowl of travel -- we don't know who is going to win, but it's going to be a lot of fun to watch it play out.
Today's fare war comes courtesy of Delta Air Lines, who called 'match' in response to AirTran's $39 one-way flight sale. Delta joined AirTran in...
