Frequent flyers know “a.i.” stands for “all-in”, inclusive of all taxes and fees. Unless you’re checking luggage, of course. Or if you want a snack on board the plane.
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines both are offering this hot deal between San Francisco and Anchorage for THIS WEEKEND ONLY.
Alaska Airlines‘ best-priced itinerary for southbound travel leaves Jul. 24, 25 or 26 on the nonstop, returning on July 27 only.
United’s cheap flights depart on Saturday, Jul. 26 on their nonstop flight, returning on Monday or Tuesday, July 28 or July 29.
I know. Tight window. Short notice. But we grab these deals where we can find ‘em. Call Laura or Giovanni to book these specials: (907)561-2434 or toll-free (800)544-2217. They’ll charge you an additional $38, but they can lock in the seats on the double-quick. Plus, they’ll get your hotel and car set up as well.
Have you noticed? Fares are going up. So are extra fees. We’ve been working all night and all day to put together a comprehensive list of the lowest fares.
First–credit where credit is due. My consultant on this project is Giovanni Di Sarova over at USTravel. Call him: (907)561-2434 or (800)544-2217. We’ve been getting great reports on Giovanni from our readers.
Second–all the fares I’ve listed are round-trip and they’re valid in either direction. In addition to the base fare, the prices I’ve listed include all the mandatory shake-downs. Ticketing fees are additional. I’ve got some words on that–later.
IMPORTANT: Fares are subject to change without notice. Please DON’T GET MAD if the listed fare is not available on the EXACT date you want to fly. Heck, some of these rates (not many) expire July 10. I’m one of those travelers that say: “Just get me the cheapest rate–I don’t care when I fly.” I know there are a bunch of us out there. I see you at the airport ALL THE TIME!!!!!! Continue Reading »
I recently wrote to Steve Jarvis, an Alaska Airlines vice president, and told him I’d give him $10 if Alaska Airlines would fly to Minneapolis. Boy, I guess I’ll have to pay up.
Beginning Oct. 26, 2008, Alaska Airlines will fly twice-daily between Seattle and Minneapolis. I think this is going to be a big hit–both for the Seattle folks and for travelers here in Alaska. Introductory fares are available between Seattle and Minneapolis for $139 each way (for travel through Feb. 12, 2009). Taxes and fees are additional. Oh, there’s a double-miles promotion, too (for travel 10/26-12/31/2008).
There’s more, though.
Starting Nov. 17, 2008, Alaska Airlines will fly nonstop from Seattle to Kona on Alaska’s Big Island. With this new service, Alaska Airlines will serve four major Hawaiian Islands: Hawaii, Oahu, Kauai and Maui.
Finally, Alaska is boosting its Anchorage-Maui seasonal service from Oct. 31, 2008-Apr. 25, 2009 from twice-weekly to three-times-weekly. That’s great news!
For Alaska Airlines frequent flyers, this is hot stuff. It means your companion tickets (which you get with your Alaska Airlines Visa Card) is worth more since it works to high-dollar destinations like Minneapolis and Kona. It also means there are more competitive fares–particularly to notoriously high-fare destinations like Minneapolis.
Great news!
Just a couple more days to save on Alaska Airlines air tickets for travel through June 25. Must purchase by May 8 (Thursday). Here are some of my favorites:
Anchorage-L.A.: $350 $455 rt ai (all-in, including taxes and fees) NON-STOP (fare went up)
Anchorage-Portland: $498 rt ai NON-STOP (usually much more!!)
Fairbanks-Sacramento: $679 rt ai
Fairbanks-San Diego: $679 rt ai
Juneau-Seattle: $437 rt ai
Juneau-Boise: $517 rt ai
The best rates for this sale are for destinations between Alaska and Washington/ California/Oregon/ Idaho.
Alaska’s Popular “Kids Fly Free” package now is available all summer long, through Sept. 30! This is an e-x-c-e-p-t-i-o-n-a-l deal, particularly with the bargain air fare rates now available between now and June 25. Of course, it’s not just “fly free”. If the kids stay in the same room, they stay free. And, depending on when you travel and where you stay, they could eat free at the hotel, too. Then there are special “park hopper” passes where you can get a couple of free days. It’s worth checking out! Go to Alaska’s website–you’lll see the special listed on the right-hand side underneath the picture. Click on it and check it out for Disney Fun!!
Finally: NEW SERVICE to Flagstaff, Arizona from LAX! This is great news for travelers who want to jump-start their holiday to the Grand Canyon. The twice-daily service from LAX starts on Mon., June 23. Intro fares from L.A. are available for as little as $198 rt ai.
Below: Another lovely day at Sea-Tac International Airport. I snapped this shot from the Board Room near D-1.
