Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. I paid $175 to fly in basic economy from Salt Lake City to NYC with Delta. A few months later, I took a $240 basic economy flight ...

Basic economy fares can be 20–30 percent cheaper than standard tickets, but come with strict rules and few perks. So are they ...

One of our travel reporters flew basic economy from LA to NYC on American Airlines. Another reporter took a basic economy flight from Salt Lake City to NYC on Delta. Both had more spacious seats than ...

In a shocking move that has stunned frequent flyers and budget travelers alike, American Airlines has officially eliminated all mileage earning opportunities for passengers booking Basic Economy ...

American Airlines quietly ended the ability for customers traveling on basic economy tickets to earn miles and status. Basic economy tickets are airlines' most restrictive and already do not allow for ...

As American Airlines continues to dominate Charlotte’s airport, local passengers buying the cheapest seats will no longer earn award points as basic economy customers. The airline, which accounts for ...

It happens all the time: You found a great deal on Google Flights, only to click the link and realize that it’s a basic economy fare. That means a hefty surcharge for regular economy, with such ...

WASHINGTON — American Airlines is making a notable change for its budget travelers. Customers who purchase basic economy tickets will now no longer earn AAdvantage miles or Loyalty Points toward elite ...

I paid $175 to fly in basic economy from Salt Lake City to NYC with Delta. A few months later, I took a $240 basic economy flight from Seattle to NYC with Alaska Airlines. I compared my experience and ...