The run-up to Christmas continues and so do the airline ticket sales and fare deals. Favorites this week include up to 45 percent off on a number of United Airlines services. Delta is at the forefront of new routes this week, while Newark Airport is testing out a new navigation system it hopes will reduce flight delays.
Airline Sales and Deals
Discount Airfare: American Offers Sale Flights to Mexico
American Airlines is offering discount airfare to Mexico, starting as low at $77 for one-way travel. Round-trip purchase is required.
Discount Airfare: Holiday Deals Still Hot at Northwest
Northwest Airlines is offering cheap tickets on flights starting at $49 each way. Book and buy no later than Dec. 29.
Discount Airfare: United Flights at 45 Percent Off
United Airlines is offering a series of discounts on tickets, baggage services and Red Carpet club passes.
New Service
American Adding More Boston Flights, Resumes Paris Runs from BOS
American Airlines is boosting its services to and from Boston next year. The carrier is also planning to resume flights to Paris.
Delta Plans Sydney Flights – Four Carriers Now in the Sydney Market
Delta Air Lines is planning services to Sydney from next year. The flights will be nonstop and will operate on a daily basis from July 1, 2009.
Delta to Launch Detroit Flights to Rome
Delta Air Lines is to launch flights from Detroit to Rome next summer. Cheap fares are available for those who book before Dec. 24.
This week’s airport news…
Newark Airport to Test New Satellite System
Newark Liberty International Airport will pilot a new satellite navigation system designed to reduce flight delays. The New York hub will be the first major airport in the country to test the Ground Based Augmentation System (GBAS).
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