Back in the day, mid-sized cities like Memphis, Kansas City and Pittsburgh were home to bustling airline hubs — crossroads of the country where millions of connecting passengers passed through each year. Those days, however, are long gone. As airlines consolidated and evolved their networks, these airports shifted from connecting points to purely origin-and-destination (O&D)…

It’s a move that has created quite a media firestorm: Canadian airline WestJet announced it will begin converting some of its aircraft to a layout including a new, no-recline economy section and new first-class seating. The airline says this will help it offer cheaper fares for some passengers. The trade-off, however, comes at the expense…

If you’re planning your next trip and have your eyes set on an IHG hotel, it’s natural for you to assume the best option for paying may be with an IHG One Rewards cobranded card. That’s not a bad idea, since you will automatically receive high earning rates and program-specific perks, such as elite status,…

American Airlines AAdvantage loyalty members have a new way to travel within South America. Travelers can now use points to book flights on Chilean discounter JetSmart via American’s website. This closes one of the last remaining gaps in the carriers’ partnership, where AAdvantage members could book JetSmart flights but only on the budget carrier’s website….

Some of the most valuable perks on select airline credit cards are companion certificate benefits. Companion certificates allow you to bring a friend or family member along at a steep discount (or, in some cases, nearly free) when you book a qualifying ticket. If you’re looking to fly with Alaska or Hawaiian Airlines, two Atmos…