Passengers who unbuckle before the plane stops could face fines

Flyers in a certain popular tourist destination could face fines if they unbuckle and stand up too soon at the end of a flight.

Southwest Airlines’ baggage fee, other policies changing this week

Southwest Airlines has made major changes to its policies in recent months, with almost all of them going into effect Wednesday. Here’s what to know.

Bags don't fly free anymore; Southwest abandons long-standing perk

It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end. 

Chicago gears up for record-breaking Memorial Day travel rush
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Millions of Americans are hitting the road or taking flight for Memorial Day weekend, kicking off what?s expected to be the busiest holiday travel period in two decades, according to travel experts.

Chicago gears up for record-breaking Memorial Day travel rush

Millions of Americans are hitting the road for Memorial Day weekend, kicking off what’s expected to be the busiest holiday travel period in years.

Chicagoans seek sunny destinations for Memorial Day weekend travel
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Plenty of people are going to be traveling this Memorial Day Weekend and lots of those leaving Chicago are looking for a sunny reprieve.

Gas prices this Memorial Day weekend will be cheapest in 4 years

If you’re planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, you’re in luck: Gas prices are projected to be their cheapest since 2021.

Hawaiian Airlines' new policy could cost travelers money

Hawaiian Airlines is days into implementing a new "no-show" policy that could potentially cause travelers to lose out on money.

Americans planning Mexico vacations face new safety concerns as US raises travel advisory

As Americans begin to finalize their summer vacation plans, a travel advisor is offering safety tips for those heading to Mexico's pristine shores that are often frequented by Hollywood stars.

Lufthansa flight flew for 10 minutes without a pilot, report says

A Lufthansa flight co-pilot fainted while he was alone in the cockpit last year, leaving the plane without a pilot for 10 minutes, German media reported.

Horrified passenger films roaches crawling inside Spirit Airlines plane

A horrified Spirit Airlines passenger said she’ll never fly the airline again after filming two roaches crawling inside the cabin.

Newark airport hit by 90-second radar outage
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Another radar outage at Newark Liberty International Airport is putting even more pressure on lawmakers to approve a new plan to upgrade the nation's aging air traffic control system.

Travel nightmares continue at Newark International Airport
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Heavy rain is slamming the East Coast beginning today and the threat of flash flooding this weekend could add to Newark International Airport's logistical woes.

Real ID enforcement begins at Chicago airports
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The TSA reported a smooth rollout of Real ID enforcement at O?Hare Airport, with most travelers arriving prepared with the required documentation.

O'Hare airport sees smooth start to Real ID enforcement, officials say

Real ID enforcement began smoothly at O’Hare Airport Wednesday, with prepared travelers and trained TSA staff helping avoid major delays.

Carson Kressley's dishes out his go-to travel tips
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TV personality Carson Kressley touts the importance of travel advisors and gives out some of his own travel tips.