Long-haul flights can feel daunting—but they’re also the gateway to the far-flung destinations travelers dream about for years. The good news? A handful of airlines have figured out how to make those ...

Etihad, Cathay Pacific and Qantas are among the top five safest full-service airlines in the world, while Alaska Airlines was the highest-ranking U.S. carrier, according to the latest annual ranking ...

Southwest Airlines has been crowned the best airline in the country, knocking Delta Air Lines off its perch for the first time since the outbreak of the COVID pandemic, according to a new study. The ...

Despite another year of flight delays, cancellations and passenger complaints, no U.S. airline truly soared in 2025, though one carrier stood out as the industry’s top performer, while two tied for ...

Airlines stand to save a potential $580 million as travelers slim down thanks to the effects of weight-loss drugs, a new study found. Sheila Kahyaoglu, an equity analyst at Jefferies and an author of ...

Any nervous flier who has shown anxiety over boarding a plane has no doubt had someone tell them that aviation is the safest form of transportation. And while that is true, it is an abstract idea that ...

A new report from the aviation site ranks the safest airlines in the world, along with the safest low-cost airlines, and explains why the margins are tighter than ever. Yet despite the headlines, ...

Alaska’s order, its largest ever, follows its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines and is part of its plan to expand, including overseas. By Niraj Chokshi Alaska Airlines said on Wednesday that it would ...

Airlines are serving "potentially unhealthy water" to passengers, according to a new study, with researchers recommending that travelers stick to bottled water and avoid drinking coffee or tea served ...

American Airlines is officially launching free Wi-Fi onboard its aircraft for members of its loyalty program, AAdvantage. The Fort Worth carrier, which operates its central hub at DFW International ...

There are a lot of variables involved in keeping airline and airport schedules running on time, from staffing challenges to unpredictable weather. With an estimated 38.9 million flights taking place ...

That paycheck has a lot of zeros in it. Pilots’ paychecks vary depending on the airline they work for and the hours they’ve flown in a given year. According to an American Airlines captain’s paystub ...