Latest news on Thanksgiving holiday travel, airline fees

U.S. airlines halt travel to Haiti after shots fired at planes

Major U.S. airlines have canceled trips to Haiti after two planes coming from Fort Lauderdale and New York were shot at. CBS News Miami's Tania Francois reports.

What travelers need to know about Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, becoming the first major U.S. passenger carrier to do so since American Airlines 13 years ago.

Business - CNBC - November 18

Looking to Travel Around Thanksgiving? There’s Still Time to Snag a Deal.

Cheap flights. Fewer crowds. November can be one of the most affordable months for international travel, and travelers can still snag a choice deal.

Business - The New York Times - November 6

Almost 80 million expected to travel over Thanksgiving in record-breaking getaway

Almost 80 million people will hit the roads and airways this Thanksgiving, with traveler numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels, the AAA predicts.

What to know ahead of anticipated record-breaking Thanksgiving travel

AAA expects the Thanksgiving travel season to be another record-breaker, which means packed planes and potential traffic troubles. Nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more.

Airports see early rush as Thanksgiving travel season begins

With Thanksgiving less than a week away, travelers are already crowding airports. Airlines expect to fly tens of millions of passengers between today and the Monday after Thanksgiving. Kris Van ...

Thanksgiving travelers can be grateful for the lowest gas prices since 2021

Gasoline prices are at their lowest since 2021, leading to a 75% rise in the number of travelers expected to take a road trip for the Thanksgiving holiday this year compared to last year.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Soggy Thanksgiving possible, with rain and snow in forecast for busy travel week

Forecasters are increasingly calling for a cold, soggy Thanksgiving week as west-to-east winter-pattern storms continued to roll across the continental landscape.

How TSA Plans to Handle Record Thanksgiving Air Travel

As airlines and airports prepare for ‘Busiest Thanksgiving ever,’ forecasts call for almost 3 million people to get on planes on the last day of the holiday weekend.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Strikes, rain and snow pose challenges during record Thanksgiving travel week

Some 80 million people are set to take to the roads, railways, skies and even cruise ships this week, each making trips of more than 50 miles from home between Tuesday and next Monday.

Thanksgiving Travel Tips: How to Survive Flights and Car Rentals

The busiest travel period of the year can be daunting, but we’ve got tips to help minimize the stress, at the airport and on the road.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Surge in Thanksgiving travelers expected amid winter storm threat

This Thanksgiving travel week is expected to set records, from the roads to the rails to the skies. According to AAA, nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home ...

Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday

Weather threatens to snarl Thanksgiving travel plans: What to know

Two separate weather events are wreaking havoc on Thanksgiving travel plans. Meanwhile, two plane collisions at Boston Logan International Airport are furthering flight delays. NBC’s Adrienne ...

Breaking down the record-breaking travel numbers expected this Thanksgiving

TSA is planning to screen 18.3 million passengers and AAA is projecting 71.7 million people will drive more than 50 miles in what looks to be a record-breaking week of Thanksgiving travel. CBS ...

Eye Opener: Thanksgiving travel rush underway for many Americans

The Thanksgiving travel rush is underway for tens of millions of Americans, but a pair of storm systems could slow them down. Also, president-elect Trump promises hefty tariffs on goods from ...

A day in the life of a Southwest plane during Thanksgiving travel season

Southwest Airlines gears up for record-breaking Thanksgiving travel, coordinating thousands of flights daily to ensure millions of passengers reach their destinations.

What to know as the holiday rush hits airports ahead of Thanksgiving

AAA estimates nearly 80 million people will travel over Thanksgiving and some have already started to pack the airports. The FAA says the number of scheduled flights will peak Tuesday, with more ...

Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday

Thanksgiving forecast: Where the snow, rain is headed this holiday week

Snow is headed to the Midwest and the West ahead of Thanksgiving, while rain will target the East Coast on Thanksgiving Day.

WATCH: Holiday travelers find ways to have fun at the airport

From dance performances to gate runways, these passengers are making the most of their time at the airport during holiday travel!

Eye Opener: Record breaking holiday travel expected this week

Americans head to their Thanksgiving destinations, kicking off what's expected to be a record breaking travel week. Also, President-elect Trump fills out his roster of cabinet picks, but the FBI is ...

Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday

Planes clip wings at Boston airport as holiday travel begins

Holiday travel for the Thanksgiving weekend has begun and an incident at Boston's Logan Airport may delay some flights. This comes as Charlotte airport workers go on strike. WBTV's Mary Calkins ...

Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday

WATCH: Holiday travelers find ways to have fun at the airport

From dance performances to gate runways, these passengers are making the most of their time at the airport during holiday travel!

Ben Baldanza, Spirit Airlines CEO Who Pioneered Ultralow-Cost Air Travel in the U.S., Dies at 62

He knew his airline offered a stripped-down version of what his competitors did—and he was proud of it.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 12

Budget travel icon Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy protection after mounting losses

The airline hasn't posted an annual profit since 2019 and lost more than $335 million in the first half of the year.

Business - CNBC - November 18

Lacey Chabert on new holiday films

The "Queen of Hallmark Christmas" Lacey Chabert joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her new holiday film "Hot Frosty" and "The Christmas Quest," which is her 15th Hallmark Christmas film.

New York City Council Approves Bill Shifting Broker Fees to Landlords

The City Council approved a bill on Wednesday that would curb a loathed New York City real estate practice: making renters pay thousands of dollars in broker fees.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

What to Know About Broker Fees in New York City

The City Council overwhelmingly passed a measure to shift the burden of broker fees to landlords. Here’s what that means for renters.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 14

Some Charlotte airport workers on strike with record Thanksgiving travel expected across U.S.

AAA is forecasting record-breaking travel numbers for this year's Thanksgiving holiday with 80 million Americans expected to hit the roads and skies. In Charlotte, some airport service workers are ...

Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday

New Yorkers, How Will You Get to the Airport for Thanksgiving?

As the holiday approaches, we want to know how you plan on tackling one of the biggest travel days of the year.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Is it safe to travel to Spain and should I cancel my Malaga holiday after flooding disaster?

World - Yahoo News - November 14

Hydrate. Make lists. Leave yourself time. And other tips for reducing holiday travel stress

Travel, especially during the holiday season, can be stressful

Health - ABC News - 3 days ago

Charlotte airport workers walk off job at start of busy holiday travel week

Service workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport have gone on strike at the start of a busy week of Thanksgiving travel to protest what they say are unlivable wages.

NFL Thanksgiving Day games injury tracker: Latest updates on Cowboys and Lions stars, Tommy DeVito and others

A complete injury rundown for each 'Turkey Day' team

Sports - CBS Sports - 11 hours ago

Airline Rule Requiring Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions Goes Into Effect

The Transportation Department’s new rule also sets the definition for what constitutes a “significant” delay in air travel.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

What to know about new airline refund rule for delays and changes

With the holidays approaching, travelers now have the right to automatic refunds if flights are canceled or face major delays. New rules also cover flight changes and baggage delays. Kris Van ...

Frontier Airlines is adding 16 new routes. Here's where they are.

Frontier is expanding service across 21 airports in the U.S. and Caribbean. Here are the new routes the carrier will service.

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U.S. airlines halt travel to Haiti after shots fired at planes

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Looking to Travel Around Thanksgiving? There’s Still Time to Snag a Deal.

Almost 80 million expected to travel over Thanksgiving in record-breaking getaway

What to know ahead of anticipated record-breaking Thanksgiving travel

Airports see early rush as Thanksgiving travel season begins

Thanksgiving travelers can be grateful for the lowest gas prices since 2021

Soggy Thanksgiving possible, with rain and snow in forecast for busy travel week

How TSA Plans to Handle Record Thanksgiving Air Travel

Strikes, rain and snow pose challenges during record Thanksgiving travel week

Thanksgiving Travel Tips: How to Survive Flights and Car Rentals

Surge in Thanksgiving travelers expected amid winter storm threat

Weather threatens to snarl Thanksgiving travel plans: What to know

Breaking down the record-breaking travel numbers expected this Thanksgiving

Eye Opener: Thanksgiving travel rush underway for many Americans

A day in the life of a Southwest plane during Thanksgiving travel season

What to know as the holiday rush hits airports ahead of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving forecast: Where the snow, rain is headed this holiday week

WATCH: Holiday travelers find ways to have fun at the airport

Eye Opener: Record breaking holiday travel expected this week

Planes clip wings at Boston airport as holiday travel begins

WATCH: Holiday travelers find ways to have fun at the airport

Ben Baldanza, Spirit Airlines CEO Who Pioneered Ultralow-Cost Air Travel in the U.S., Dies at 62

Budget travel icon Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy protection after mounting losses

Lacey Chabert on new holiday films

New York City Council Approves Bill Shifting Broker Fees to Landlords

What to Know About Broker Fees in New York City

Some Charlotte airport workers on strike with record Thanksgiving travel expected across U.S.

New Yorkers, How Will You Get to the Airport for Thanksgiving?

Is it safe to travel to Spain and should I cancel my Malaga holiday after flooding disaster?

Hydrate. Make lists. Leave yourself time. And other tips for reducing holiday travel stress

Charlotte airport workers walk off job at start of busy holiday travel week

NFL Thanksgiving Day games injury tracker: Latest updates on Cowboys and Lions stars, Tommy DeVito and others

Airline Rule Requiring Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions Goes Into Effect

What to know about new airline refund rule for delays and changes

Frontier Airlines is adding 16 new routes. Here's where they are.

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