The stepped levy will climb to $20 by August 2028, though passengers visiting multiple Mexican ports on one itinerary pay only once.
The airline now allows unlimited date changes on select Economy and Business fares, while cutting refund charges to as low as $25.
Recent quarterly earnings reveal how carriers offset a 75% jet fuel spike through fare increases and capacity cuts, though results varied sharply across the industry.
The Atlanta-Riyadh launch comes with redemption rates far below typical long-haul flights, raising questions about demand expectations.
The carrier will charge for carry-on luggage in overhead compartments starting February 2027, marking a departure from regional norms while raising weight limits.
The carrier has ended its 48-hour advance-purchase refund window, reverting to the federal minimum and leaving last-minute bookers with travel credits instead of cash.
The ultra-low-cost airline saw revenue jump 38% in Q2, signaling a shift in how discount carriers approach pricing in a reshaped market.
Britain's busiest airport gains approval to recover £320 million in development costs through passenger fees, despite carrier warnings over affordability.
The budget carrier released its largest summer schedule yet, prompting debate over whether booking early still delivers real savings in an era of algorithmic pricing.
June fares climbed 3.1% across the EU, but national markets tell vastly different stories - from Belgium's 29% surge to Slovakia's 45% plunge.
The Dallas-based carrier's second-quarter earnings reflect a business model shift that trades longtime customer perks for financial resilience.
Fuel costs have dropped by nearly half since spring, but ticket prices remain stubbornly high as airlines capitalize on strong demand and reduced competition.
The new Basic Business fare keeps lie-flat seats and meals but strips away perks like lounge access and priority check-in to attract cost-conscious premium travelers.
