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While the airlines and airports travelers use are often dictated by their departure point and destination, there are still options to consider for planning the best trip. Travel + Leisure's writers and editors draw on their extensive experience to help ease your journey and elevate your in-flight experience. Before you take off, check out the latest airline news, terminal guides, and insider tips.

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The One Cocktail Science Says Tastes Better on a Flight
Inside LAX's Secret VIP Terminal

Inside LAX's Secret VIP Terminal

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This Airline Is Making It Easier (and Cheaper) to Visit the 'Jewel of the South Seas' in 2026—But You Have To Book Fast
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Southwest Airlines Is Getting a Major Upgrade—Here’s What’s New on Board
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Southwest Airlines Launches New Summer 2026 Routes to Alaska, Mexico, and Beyond
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This Airline Was Named the Best for Economy Class for Comfort, Food, and Entertainment
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Yes, Turbulence Is Getting Worse—Here’s What You Should Know
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Yes, Some Airplane Window Seats Don’t Have Windows—Here’s Why
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Flight Attendants Aren’t Just Saying Hello—Here’s What They’re Really Looking for During Boarding
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Budget Airline Breeze Airways Just Announced Its First International Flights to Stunning Spots in Mexico and the Caribbean
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This Midwestern Airport Was Just Named No. 1 in North America for Traveler Satisfaction
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Spirit Airlines Has $44 Flights to Popular Fall Foliage Destinations—but You Have to Act Now
Two pilots in a cockpit having a discussion while facing the instrumental panel displays and controls of the airplane
The Surprising Reason Pilots Leave the Cockpit Door Open Before Flights
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These Airlines Were Just Named the Best in the World—and It Includes a First-ever Win For a Small Airline
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You Can Now Book a Private Jet in Just 30 Seconds With This New App
A hilltop town with layered buildings and a castle overlooking the sea people are sunbathing by the shore in Castelsardo Sardinia
Delta Is Launching 2 New Nonstop Flights to the Mediterranean—and Travelers Picked the Destinations
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Flying Over a Rainbow Is Said to Bring Good Luck—and This U.S. Route Gives You the Best Chance to See One
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This Airport Was Just Named the Worst in the U.S. for Flight Delays
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American Airlines Is Launching Direct Flights to One of the Bahamas’ Smallest Islands—and It's Got Crystal Waters
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Yes, Airlines Can Legally Bump You From a Flight—Here’s What to Do and How Much Money They Owe You If It Happens
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United Airlines Just Added 15 New Flights Across the U.S. and Central America
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Southwest Is Adding Nonstop Flights to This Stunning Caribbean Island
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These Everyday Items Could Get Your Bag Flagged at TSA—Here’s What to Know Before You Fly
Foil wrapped luggage are seen at the Barajas Airport in Madrid
Does Wrapping Your Luggage in Plastic Actually Make It More Secure? We Asked TSA
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What Actually Happens If You’re on the No-fly List?
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Frontier Just Added 20 New Routes Across the U.S., Mexico, and Central America—With Fares Starting at $29
Passenger aircraft flying Copa Airlines branding visible
I Flew Copa Airlines in Both Premium Economy and Business Class—Here’s Why It Surprised Me
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Southwest Is Changing Its Plus-size Seating Policy—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
A United boarding pass for a flight from Newark to Rome being held with an airport terminal background
This Is the Worst Thing to See on Your Boarding Pass—and No, It's Not SSSS
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These U.S. Airports Consistently Have the Best International Flight Deals, New Data Shows—With Fares Up to 90% Off
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This U.S. Airport Is Best for Taking a Nap or Doing Yoga Stretches—With Outdoor Gardens and a Hidden Waterfall
Tower Bridge and the Shard building in London England with the Thames River in the foreground
You Can Fly to Europe for Under $130 This Fall—Destinations Include London, Paris, and Rome
A dog poses with a Bark Air sign and a person and dog prepare to board a small private aircraft
This Luxury Airline for Dogs Has Pup Champagne, In-flight Fur Massages, and Bottomless Treats—and I Tried It
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This Airport in Was Just Named One of the World’s Most Beautiful—and It Just Won an International Architecture Award
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You’ve Probably Seen This on a Plane Window—There Are 2 Very Important Reasons It’s There
Interior view of an airplane cabin focused on the emergency exit row and related signage
Why Pilots Say It’s 'Impossible' to Open a Plane Door in the Air—and the Consequences Are Very Serious If You Try
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How Much Are Airline Miles Really Worth? Here’s What You Need to Know to Make the Most of Your Miles
Pilots sitting in the cockpit of an aircraft one holding a checklist
Pilots Aren’t Allowed to Eat the Same Meal During a Flight—and It's for This Very Important Safety Reason
People standing at a baggage claim at an airport with luggage on the conveyor belt
This U.S. Airport Was Just Named the Worst in the World for Lost Luggage
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Skiplagged Just Launched 2 New Tools to Help You Save Even More on Flights
Passengers walking through a concourse with gates and seating areas visible at Salt Lake City International Airport
This Scenic Airport Was Just Named No. 1 in the U.S. for Its Punctual Flights, Traveler Experience, and Design
Person holding a smartphone displaying a mobile boarding pass with QR code ticket and suitcase nearby
AI Is Changing How Airlines Are Pricing Flights—Here's What Travelers Should Know, According to an Expert
A pilot and flight attendant wearing face masks standing in an airport terminal
What Happens When a Pilot Gets Sick or Dies Mid-flight?
A tropical beach with a palm tree arching over the sand and a yellow kayak resting beneath it near the water
Spirit Airlines Launches New Flights to the Caribbean and Central America—With Deals From $66
A golden retriever dog walking up stairs to board a private airplane accompanied by two people in professional attire
This Airline for Dogs (and Their Humans) Is Expanding Flights Across the U.S. and Europe
A coastal scene with wildflowers in the foreground rocky shoreline and the ocean stretching to the horizon
Alaska Airlines Has 7 New Domestic Routes Across the West Coast to Iconic Destinations
A hand pouring wine next to a plate of gourmet food on a dining table
This Airline Is Making Dining in the Sky Feel Like Visiting a Restaurant With On-demand Ordering
Qsuite seating in double-bed configuration.
This Airline’s ‘Honeymoon Suite’ Is the Ultimate Business Class Seat for a Couple's Trip—Here’s Why
A dog sitting at the entrance of a private jet
Dogs and Cats Without a 'Pet Passport' Will Be Denied Entry to These Countries—What To Know
A man and woman seated in a premium aircraft suite reading and relaxing
Swiss Air Unveils Luxe New First and Business Class Cabins With Sliding Doors and Smart Seats
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Frontier Airlines Adds 15 New Routes to Popular U.S. Cities—and Fares Start at Just $29
A TSA agent performs a security patdown on a traveler at a screening station in an airport
TSA Says Sweat Can Trigger Extra Security Checks at U.S. Airports—What to Know
People standing in the TSA security line at an airport terminal with digital displays on the wall
This New Program Lets You Skip TSA and Customs for Connecting Flights—What to Know
Passenger handing over a boarding pass to an agent at a Southwest Airlines boarding desk
Southwest Airlines Reveals Details About Its New Seating and Boarding Policy
A lounge area with a central bar stools and plants with two individuals seated at the counter
I'm a Self-proclaimed Airport Lounge Snob and This Is One of My Favorites in the World—With Massages, a Tasting Menu, and Private Suites
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Spirit Airlines Just Launched a Flight to This Tropical U.S. Island Getaway—and Flights Start at $79
Airplane cabin with rows of empty blue seats
7 of the Best Freebies You Can Get in Economy—Meals, Alcoholic Drinks, and Toys Included
An Alaska Airlines plane in flight against a blue sky approaching for landing
These Are the Shortest Flights in the U.S.—and Some Are Under 10 Miles
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This Airline Was Named the Best Low-cost Carrier in North America—and Tickets Start at $38
A rendering of an upscale lounge bar area with a bartender and patrons seated at the counter and tables in the background
Las Vegas Airport Is Getting a New Speakeasy-style Lounge From American Express
Avelo Airlines takes off with first flight between Burbank and Santa Rosa at Hollywood Burbank Airport
This Budget Airline Is Ending All Flights From the Los Angeles Area—What Travelers Should Know
A harbor with boats near verdant forested hills dotted with houses
Southwest to Add a New Route to This Caribbean Island Famous for Its Crystal-clear Waters