Find Cheap Airfares - Tips and information on discount travel

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Even though the price of airline tickets is rising and the extra fees that are being added onto air travel make the experience of flying even more expensive, seniors are still able to find discounts on many airlines. In general, plane tickets for seniors are less expensive and even though some are moderately less so, every little bit of savings can help.

Southwest Airlines – Southwest offers some of the most competitive fares in the business already, and their senior plane tickets are no exception. Their discounts vary, but long distance flights for seniors are not supposed to be more than $129 each way. Southwest typically has good deals when tickets are bought in advance so it might pay to check out their regular fares first to make sure that they aren’t having any web promotions.

United Airlines – For those over the age of 65, lower fares are offered on a regular basis. The fares must be booked on United’s own website and the markets are limited, but do exist. Travelers over the age of 55 can also find savings on travel with some of the partner hotel and resorts by joining Silver Wings Plus.

Air Canada – For guests aged 60 and over, a 10% discount is given to those flying within Canada. However, the discount is void on seats that are already on special promotion. Sometimes, the promotions are better than the discounted seats anyway.

Alaska Airlines – Seniors aged 62 and over receive a 10% discount on their fare. They also receive a discount for any companion flying with them as well. The fares are non-refundable but can be changed for a fee of $50.

America West – A Senior Saver Pack which contains 4 coupon books for those passengers over the age of 62 costs $750. The coupons are good for a one way ticket between any America West destination.

American Airlines – A 10% discount applies for seniors on some of their published fares.

Continental Airlines – Most domestic flights offer seniors over the age of 65 a 10% discount.

Delta Shuttle – Delta Shuttle offers senior fares for travelers age 62 and over. They operate 16 flights between New York and Boston, and 15 flights between New York and Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

Don’t forget that other senior savings on plane tickets can sometimes be found by joining non-profit organizations such as the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). If you’re over the age of 50 then you might be able to receive special airline, cruise, and hotel discounts that are only offered to members. Another organization that often offers discounts to its members when it comes to plane tickets and other traveling incentives is AAA.

When using discounts on airfare, it’s important to look at the promotions and specials that are going on as well. Sometimes, the specials that the airlines are having might actually be cheaper than the plane tickets offered to seniors, even at discounted rates. In order to assure that you are getting the best price possible on your flight, explore all avenues before you purchase your ticket.