(WHTM) — With the average airfare over $300, and up almost 10% in 2025, a basic economy ticket may look tempting. Shannon Nesmith is OK with flying as cheaply as possible. “I think it’s a good thing ...

Basic economy fares can be 20–30 percent cheaper than standard tickets, but come with strict rules and few perks. So are they worth it? We get it—travel is getting expensive. And when budgets are ...

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 ...

American Airlines no longer allows its AAdvantage loyalty program members to accrue miles or points toward status on basic economy fares for tickets bought on or after Dec. 17, according to the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. American Airlines passengers who buy basic economy tickets will no longer be eligible to earn miles or points toward status in the ...