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5 things to know about airline travel alerts

If you've had trips booked to or from Florida or other destinations on the East Coast this past week, there's a good chance you've dealt with an airline travel alert as Hurricane Ian made its way north .

These alerts are common during hurricanes as well as winter snowstorms and particularly disruptive rounds of summer thunderstorms, and often cause airlines to relax their policies surrounding itinerary changes. While they may be called something different from airline to airline — travel notice, advisory, etc. — the idea behind these alerts issued by airlines is that they give passengers improved flexibility in getting on new flights, postponing travel or avoiding cities with bad weather.

In the past, I have used the leniency offered by travel alerts to depart for a trip 24 hours early to beat a snowstorm and to avoid a connecting city where stormy weather was in the forecast. I've also canceled a trip affected by an alert and claimed travel credits I was then able to use for a future flight.

Since airlines have generally relaxed many of their cancellation and change policies compared to before the pandemic, it's much easier to change a trip for free now, even under normal circumstances, than it was a few years ago. Today, how critical a travel alert is for your itinerary often depends on the type of ticket you booked, and how flexible it was to begin with.

At the same time, these alerts can give any traveler an early heads-up about impending bad weather, prompt you to change your itinerary and help with providing added flexibility. So, knowing what a travel alert means and how to take advantage of it will help you have the smoothest and cheapest trip possible — whether it's now, in a couple of days or months down the road.

A travel alert is a good heads-up

I often add my destination city — and even connecting cities — to my iPhone's weather app in the days before a flight, but a travel alert from an airline can likewise be a good way to notice if your itinerary could be affected by bad weather.

Say you're planning to fly from Providence, Rhode Island, to Cancun, Mexico, with a connection in Atlanta. If you get a winter weather travel alert for Atlanta, that might warn you that the likelihood of a delay or cancellation due to snow or ice is high.

These alerts are often based on weather forecasts. They can be an early sign that the weather somewhere along your itinerary is looking dicey and may cause your trip to be disrupted.

Anyone should be able to change a trip

The largest U.S. airlines have relaxed change fees in recent years, allowing passengers in most ticket classes to at least cancel and get flight credit for future trips, or change a ticket and, at worst, pay a fare difference. The big exception, though, is that under normal circumstances, basic economy passengers aboard American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines don't have trip-changing flexibility.

That's where a travel alert comes in: If your trip is affected by one of these advisories, even if you booked basic economy, you'll generally be allowed to change your trip with no fees.

There's frequently no need to stand in line or call the airline's customer service number. Check the airline's app ; you may be able to quickly rebook right there.

Rebook the same trip or get flight credit

Some of the specific terms will differ from airline to airline when it comes to travel alert policies, and can also change from one specific alert to the next. However, on the three domestic legacy carriers, travel alerts often carry two general rebooking options.

If your travels are affected by the alert, you can typically rebook your trip for the near future — often directly after the weather event subsides. If you decide on this option, you may be able to rebook the same trip without paying any difference in fare, as long as you travel in the same cabin. Read the alert carefully: It should specify what the acceptable travel dates are for this option. You'll probably have to book the same origin and destination cities you had planned on your original itinerary.

Alternatively, you can often claim flight credit to use in booking a future flight. This is a good choice if you no longer want to travel to the same destination, or if that specified window of dates no longer works for you. The airlines will typically give you an option to claim flight credits for the value of your ticket. American, Delta and United often allow you a year to use these credits. One thing to watch for: Double-check the alert to see whether you have a year from when you claim the credits or a year from when the original ticket was booked; you'd hate to see those credits expire .

On Southwest Airlines, you can always cancel and rebook your trip with future flight credit, even outside of a travel alert; in fact, certain higher-fare tickets are always eligible for refunds.

Again, these are just general rules of thumb, and specific policies can vary from airline to airline and from one weather event to the next. So, be sure to check the particular alert that applies to your trip.

Not covered by the alert? Keep checking

If you're not covered by a travel alert but are concerned about impending weather, keep checking the airline's website, the app and your email inbox. As weather forecasts change, cities included in travel alerts change.

For instance, as Hurricane Ian began to form as a tropical storm over the Caribbean, airlines issued alerts for destinations like Jamaica, Grand Cayman and some Florida airports. Carriers added dozens more airports to the alerts as Ian strengthened and then moved north, though.

Changing forecasts can also greatly affect the dates listed as part of an alert, so be sure to bookmark the alert page and watch for subsequent updates.

Don't forget about refunds

Keep in mind that whether a cancellation or delay is "the airline's fault," or not, affects reimbursement for things like an extra hotel night or a meal while you wait out a delay. Generally, during bad weather — which is a common cause of travel alerts — you won't be eligible for those types of reimbursements if your trip is disrupted.

On the other hand, if your flight is canceled or significantly delayed and you choose not to travel, you are entitled to a timely refund under U.S. Department of Transportation policies. That goes even for weather-related disruptions.

Keep in mind, if you take the airline up on its offer to rebook you, or accept credits for future travel, you're not eligible for a refund.

If the airline cancels your trip due to the weather though, and you'd like your money back rather than putting it toward future travel, asking the airline for a refund is certainly an option at your disposal.

Bottom line

Plenty of travelers have had to contend with travel alerts over the last couple of weeks as hurricane season threw a wrench in many fall travel plans. Knowing how these advisories work and how they can affect your trips can be crucial. This is especially true as Mother Nature is sure to intervene in itineraries in the form of snow and ice storms within the next few months.

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Airlines Issue Travel Alerts Ahead of Predicted Winter Storm in the Northeast

Delta, United Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Spirit Airlines each issued travel alerts.

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A winter storm is preparing to pelt the East Coast with snow, ice, and rain this weekend, and airlines are preparing by issuing travel alerts.

The worst of the storm is likely to hit north of New York City with areas into the Hudson Valley and along the Connecticut coast expected to receive up to 10 inches of snow, CNN reported . In Boston, residents may see 4 to 7 inches of snow from late Saturday through Sunday night, and areas like Worcester, Massachusetts, may see as much as 6 to 12 inches.

Several airlines were preparing for the storm by proactively issuing travel advisories for large swaths of the Northeast. Delta Air Lines issued an alert for cities as far south as Roanoke, Virginia, and as far north as Maine for travel on Saturday and Sunday. Similarly, United Airlines , American Airlines , JetBlue , and Spirit Airlines each issued weekend alerts for states including New York, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, and beyond.

Airlines that issue these travel alerts waive change fees and fare differences so passengers can reschedule their flights around the storm.

Flight disruptions were possible over the weekend, but travel on Friday was relatively smooth with about 700 delays within, into, or out of the United States as of Friday morning and about 30 cancellations recorded, according to flight tracker FlightAware .

In New York, Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement the state was monitoring the forecast, but urged people “to be vigilant” as she expected “heavy, wet snowfall across various regions, potentially causing power outages and hazardous travel.”

While winter storms present travel challenges, one group was ready to welcome the snow: New York’s snow-starved ski resorts . Belleayre Mountain in New York’s Catskill Mountains wrote it was “intently” watching the forecast, and Hunter Mountain wrote it was “gearing up” for the storm.

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Knowing the right time to purchase a flight can cause some travel anxiety. Of course, you want to buy at just the right time so you can get the best deal — but how in the world are you supposed to know when that is?

Luckily there are lots of websites that can help you out. These websites and mobile apps can keep track of your flights and alert you when the price changes so that you have a better chance at making your purchase at just the right time. Some even offer predictions to help you narrow down the perfect time even more.

Here are our recommended websites and apps that offer flight deal alerts — they’re all easy to set up and they’re (mostly) free .

Kayak has been around for a while and it’s a great tool to use to search for flights, hotels, rental cars, and more . It’s also handy when it comes to setting up flight deal alerts.

To set up a flight alert, you will need to first create an account, then you can turn on flight tracking for any flight search in the upper left-hand corner of your search results window. You may also see a pop-up in the lower right-hand corner allowing you to set up a price alert for the flight you’re searching for.

You can manage all of your flight deal alerts on Kayak by going to the Notifications section of your account.

One of the cool things about Skyscanner alerts is that you can set them up going to and from multiple airports. This can be helpful if you are in a place like New York City where you have easy access to more than 1 airport. Just be sure to select Add Nearby Airports right under your departure and arrival cities.

The first thing you’ll notice is that you have to sign up with Facebook or an email address before you can access Airfarewatchdog .

Once you’re in, you’ll see that this site looks like a lot of other sites — you can search for deals on flights, hotels, and more.

When you’re logged in, setting up an alert can be done in 2 ways. First, you can search for a flight and then check the box to add that flight to your alerts.

Another option is to click on My Alerts > See My Alerts in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. From there you can set up alerts about flights from your home airport, alerts about specific routes, and even hotel alerts. This is also where you can manage all of your active flight deal alerts.

That’s it! Now, your alert will be saved in your account and you’ll receive an email when there are good deals available. You can also easily unsubscribe from your alerts or put them on hold.

Airfarewatchdog is not a booking site, so when you see a flight you want to book, you’ll be directed to an online travel agency (like Priceline or Expedia ) to finalize your booking.

Hot Tip: Traveling soon? Check out these websites and apps for finding last-minute travel deals .

Google Flights is a popular way to search for the best flight deals. The site is easy to use and offers lots of features that make searching for a flight a breeze.

It’s easy to set up flight deal alerts on Google Flights — all you need to do is enter your search criteria and click on the toggle button that says Track prices above your search results list to get price alerts and travel tips by email. You’ll be able to get alerts for your specific travel dates or for any dates.

If you’re logged into Google, your alerts will automatically go to your Gmail address, otherwise, you will need to enter an email address.

To check on all of your tracked flights, click on the 3-line icon in the upper left-hand corner. Then click on Tracked flight prices . Here you’ll be able to see a graph of the flight prices since the day you set your alert.

Hopper is a mobile app that gives predictions to help you find the best time to book your flight. It’s so confident in its app, it claims 95% accuracy up to 1 year in advance!

You can view flights on the Hopper app without signing in, but you must create an account to set up an alert.

To set up an alert you first need to search for the flight you are interested in. Then, you’ll be able to watch when prices drop and you’ll get an alert if Hopper predicts that they are going to rise.

To set up a price alert, open the Hopper app and select Flights. Then input your destination and dates of travel. Then you’ll see Hopper’s prediction along with a button that will turn on flight notifications. You have to enable push notifications on your phone to receive alerts .

Going uniquely monitors the best flight deals from your home airport. So instead of choosing a specific flight to follow, you’ll select your home airport. The site will also recommend nearby and hub airports to follow for even more deals.

There are both free and paid memberships. While the free version will send you deals, it doesn’t include serious savings like mistake fares and cheap business class flights. Paid memberships cost either $49 or $199 per year.

Once you have signed up, you’ll see deals from the airports you selected. Click on any deal for more information including how long Going thinks the deal will last.

Hot Tip: Keep in mind that some airlines (mostly “low-cost carriers”) don’t show up on these online travel agencies, metasearch engines, or flight deal sites. If you often fly these airlines (think Southwest or Allegiant ), you’ll want to keep an eye on those flights on their respective websites.

FareCompare is another site that will send you flight deal alerts. Unfortunately, you’ll also get emails with travel tips. If you prefer to keep your inbox clean, this might be a deal-breaker.

To set up a flight deal alert on FareCompare, just enter your travel details, and be sure to click the box right underneath that says Alert me when prices change . When you click Find Flights you’ll be prompted to enter your email address if you aren’t already signed in.

FareCompare is a flight search engine, so if you find a flight you like you’ll be transferred to an online travel agency to complete your booking.

No one ever really knows the exact right time to purchase a plane ticket to save the most money. Unfortunately, there’s not a tried and true formula for the best time to buy a flight, but there are lots of sites out there that can help narrow down the window. When you keep track of the flights you are after, you’ll be able to keep tabs on price trends which will help you decide a good time to buy.

You can set up a flight deal alert so you’ll be notified right away if there is a change in price, and some sites even alert you when they are predicting prices will rise or fall.

While setting up a flight deal alert isn’t a guarantee you’ll save money, it sure does help to make an educated guess on when to book your next flight.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do i monitor flight prices.

There are lots of websites and mobile apps that will help you monitor flight prices. You can set up alerts on these sites so you’ll be notified when your flight price changes. Some of these sites will even offer predictions about when your flight price will go up or down. Check out these sites to set up flight deal alerts: Kayak, Skyscanner, Airfarewatchdog, Google Flights, Hopper, Going, and FareCompare.

What websites can help me get the best flight deals?

Getting a great deal on your next flight can be tricky — but if you set up a flight deal alert you’ll be notified if the price on your selected itinerary changes. Some sites and apps like Hopper will even offer predictions on the best time to purchase your flight to save the most money.

Do flights get cheaper closer to the date?

Flights don’t necessarily get cheaper closer to the date of departure. While sometimes you can find a good last-minute deal, it’s usually better to purchase plane tickets in advance. Use a site like Google Flights that lets you track flight prices and displays the information in a graph so you can see how a flight’s price changes over time.

What are the cheapest days to fly?

While some claim that Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays are the cheapest days to fly, that’s not always the case. If you’re looking for the best flights, set up a flight deal alert monitoring your itinerary so you can get notified when your flight’s price drops.

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Dallas to Tokyo flight grounded after airline said pilot drank too much

Japan airlines canceled the flight set to take off on april 23, according to the online site flight aware, which tracks flight paths..

A flight from Dallas to Tokyo was grounded last week after a commercial airline reported a pilot drank too much during the hours before the plane was set to take off.

Japan Airlines confirmed to USA TODAY it canceled flight JL11 because of the incident which began on April 22.

The plane had been set to take off on April 23, according to the online site Flight Aware, which tracks flight paths.

The 49-year-old unidentified pilot was allegedly drinking with crew members at a hotel lounge and in his hotel room, the airline reported.

Watch video: Shocked passengers watch liquid leak down airplane aisle from bathroom on flight

Flight canceled for need to assess 'captain's physical and mental well- being'

He was reportedly warned several times about his behavior, which prompted police to be called at 2 a.m. after hotel guests began to complain. Responding officers issued the pilot a warning, the airline reported.

The airline said it canceled the flight for "the need to assess the captain’s physical and mental well-being."

Although the pilot did not violate the airlines’ guidelines against drinking within 12 hours of boarding, he was prohibited from flying as a precaution, the airline said in a statement,

The airline later transferred Flight J11 passengers to an American Airlines flight.

"We sincerely apologize to the customers who were involved in this flight cancellation. We are fully aware of the seriousness of this situation," the airline's statement said. "In order to prevent such an incident from happening again, we will thoroughly implement measures to prevent recurrence and work to restore trust in our airline.

Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @nataliealund.

What fliers need to know about new refund rules for airlines

Starting in about six months, U.S. airlines will have to offer customers cash refunds before vouchers

New federal rules for airlines will go into effect later this year, giving travelers a better picture of the full cost of flights before they book — and getting them an easier refund if things go awry.

After a process that lasted more than a year, the Biden administration announced the rules on passenger protections Wednesday.

“This is a big day for America’s flying public,” Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said in a news conference at Reagan National Airport.

While the trade group Airlines for America said its members “abide by — and frequently exceed — DOT regulations regarding consumer protections,” consumer advocates praised the administration’s move.

“These rules are not only critical but also common sense,” said William McGee, senior fellow for aviation and travel at the American Economic Liberties Project, who spoke at Wednesday’s event.

Most new rules go into effect in the fall

At the event Wednesday, Buttigieg said that “the bulk of these protections” will go into effect in about six months. Others will start in a year.

That means refund rules that get customers automatic cash refunds when airlines cancel or significantly change flights won’t be in place during the busy summer travel season. But they should be set in time for the Thanksgiving and winter holiday season rush.

Buttigieg said that the department expects airlines to take some time to develop the processes to return cash to travelers, but added that he doesn’t want them to drag their feet.

“They don’t have to wait the number of months that it’ll technically take for this to go into effect,” Buttigieg said Wednesday. “They could and should be doing this right now.”

You should get refunds without having to ask

Instead of first offering a voucher or credit, airlines “must automatically issue refunds without passengers having to explicitly request them or jump through hoops,” the Transportation Department says. The refunds need to be issued within seven business days for credit card purchases and 20 calendar days when bought through other methods.

However a traveler originally paid is the way the refund needs to be issued, the rule says, whether that’s by credit card or airline miles . Other types of compensation are allowed only if a passenger chooses one of those alternatives.

“No more defaulting to vouchers or credits when consumers may not even realize that they were entitled to cash,” Buttigieg said.

You can still choose to be rebooked

If travelers’ flights have been canceled or significantly changed, they can still continue with their trip. Passengers are only eligible for a refund if they have declined to accept alternative transportation.

Airlines will have to pay for delayed bags and broken WiFi

There are many ways for a trip to go awry, and the new rules cover more than just a late or canceled flight.

If a checked bag isn’t delivered within 12 hours of a domestic flight arriving at the gate, or within 15 to 30 hours of an international flight arriving, depending on how long that flight is, passengers will be entitled to a refund of their checked-bag fee. They will need to file a mishandled baggage report.

Refunds will also be given if passengers pay for a service such as WiFi, seat selection or in-flight entertainment and the airline fails to provide.

‘Significant’ changes will be the same for all airlines

Automatic cash refunds are due to passengers if their flight experiences a “significant change.” But what does that mean? Previously, the definition could vary from airline to airline.

The new rules provide some consistency. A change is considered significant if a departure or arrival is different by more than three hours for domestic flights or six hours for international trips.

Other changes considered significant: the departure or arrival is from a different airport; there are more connections; passengers are downgraded to a lower class; or service or flights are on planes that are less accessible for a person with a disability.

No more hidden fees for bags and seat selection

The rule on extra fees — what the Biden administration refers to as “surprise junk fees in air travel” — will require airlines and online travel booking sites to disclose up front the fees for a checked bag, carry-on bag, reservation change and reservation cancellation. Those fees must be clearly noted and not shown through a hyperlink, the rule says.

Consumers must also be informed that they don’t have to pay for a seat assignment to travel and that a seat will be provided without an additional price.

“Healthy competition requires that, as a consumer, you comparison shop, which means knowing the real price of a trip before and not after you buy,” Buttigieg said. “Airlines will now be required to show you these costs up front, so you have all the information you need to decide what travel option is best for you.”

Travelers can either search without providing their personal information to see standard fees or, after entering their information, see more tailored fees that might apply given their military status, frequent-flier membership or credit card use.

“The final rule puts an end to the bait-and-switch tactics some airlines use to disguise the true cost of discounted flights,” the Transportation Department said in a news release. “Prior to the rule, some airlines were offering deceptive discounts that consumers may have believed applied to the full fare that was being advertised but only applied to a small portion of the ticket price.”

You will still have to report complaints

Buttigieg said the main way for the department to find out about a violation of the rules is when people submit complaints through the site flightrights.gov . But he said he hopes that by making refunds automatic, there will be less need for complaints — and more flexibility for employees to perform audits or spot-checks of airline compliance.

Europe-style compensation is still not in the rules

Some travelers heading to or from Europe who experience delays under certain circumstances are entitled to compensation worth more than $600. That kind of system does not exist for domestic flights in the United States, but Buttigieg said it is on the agenda.

“On compensation, we continue to develop that — and to be clear, with this rule on the books, that does not stop or slow the progress that we’re driving in terms of a compensation rule,” he said.

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Department of Transportation’s changes hope to ease travel burdens

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Department of Transportation is making some new rules they hope will hold airlines more accountable.

More than 212 million Americans plan to take a summer vacation this year, according to travel experts at The Vacationer.

Half of those travelers will head to the airport before stepping on sandy beaches.

From canceled flights to lost luggage, countless travelers have experienced a travel horror story.

Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff says it is no secret airline travel is not what it used to be.

“We no longer enjoy travel; We endure it and it’s almost a reality show of ‘how much can these people take on their journey to San Diego?’” Ratliff explains.

Passengers should soon see welcome improvements over the next few months thanks to some recent Department of Transportation rule changes.

“Right now, I think we’re kind of held captive,” says traveler Salina Messman. “I mean, if you’re delayed or you’re sitting on the tarmac for more than an hour, there’s absolutely nothing you can do.”

Among the new rule changes:

• Passengers will now be automatically entitled to a refund in the original form of payment for flights that are canceled or delayed more than three hours domestically or six hours internationally.
• You do not have to accept a travel voucher.
• That is if the bag is not delivered within 12 hours of a domestic flight arriving, or 15 to 30 hours internationally, depending on the length of the flight.
• You can get your money back on any extra services you paid for, like WiFi or seat selection, which weren’t provided.

Passengers at CVG say the rules help to level the playing field.

“I think it’s fair for the most part,” said Hunter Abramson. “That’s the least they can do for people missing their plans and missing flights.”

If an airline loses your bag, you are also entitled to compensation.

The federal government requires airlines to pay up to $3,800 for its contents on domestic flights.

“Putting a copy of your itinerary inside the bag right before you close it on your checked luggage will help the airline so that if all the tags come off, they can open up the bag and see who it belongs to, where you’re at, and then they can begin the process of reuniting you and the bag,” Ratliff explains.

If you want to take it even further, Ratliff says some tech-savvy travelers use Apple AirTags to track their baggage location.

An easy option that could lead to a less stressful and more enjoyable summer vacation.

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Will a pilot strike disrupt your summer travel plans? Here's what to know.

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Updated on: May 11, 2023 / 4:21 PM EDT / MoneyWatch

Contract negotiations are keeping thousands of commercial pilots grounded at a time when the nation will soon be entering the busy summer travel season. 

American Airlines pilots voted to authorize a strike  earlier this month. Southwest Airlines pilots made the same move on Thursday. 

"The lack of leadership and the unwillingness to address the failures of our organization have led us to this point," Casey Murray, the president of Southwest's union, said in a statement . "Our pilots are tired of apologizing to our passengers on behalf of a company that refuses to place its priorities on its internal and external customers."

Here's what to know about the potential labor actions and how it could impact passengers' summer travel plans. 

Why are pilots threatening to strike?

The two main reasons are pilots' demands for higher pay and better schedules. 

American Airlines executives are under pressure to match or beat the pay terms Delta Air Lines gave its pilots earlier this year — a 34% raise over a four-year contract. AA has offered a four-year deal that includes a 21% pay bump in the first year. Including higher profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement contributions, by the end of the contract, pilots who fly narrower planes would earn $475,000 a year, while senior pilots flying wide-body planes would make $590,000 a year, 

American Airlines' pilots union said it is also seeking scheduling changes it says would improve efficiency and prevent the kind of widespread delays and cancellations seen last summer.

Would a strike impact passengers' summer travel plans?

It all depends on how quickly airlines and pilots can agree to a new contract. In statements this week, officials from American said they're confident they can reach an agreement with their unions quickly.

"We understand that a strike-authorization vote is one of the important ways pilots express their desire to get a deal done, and we respect the message of voting results," American Airlines spokeswoman Sarah Jantz said Monday.

Adam Carlisle, vice president for labor relations at Southwest, said  in a statement that the strike won't hurt the airline's "ability to take care of our customers." 

"Our negotiations continue, with talks resuming this week, and we'll keep working with the assistance of the National Mediation Board to reach an agreement that rewards our pilots and places them competitively in the industry," he said.

But failing to reach agreements soon could leave passengers frustrated in the coming months, said Ed Sicher, president of the pilots' union at American.

"The summer travel season is almost here, and we're all wondering whether this will be another summer of uncertainty for American Airlines," Sicher said in a statement this week. 

What's happening in the meantime?

American Airlines pilots have organized a series of demonstrations at airports, including in Boston, Dallas, Miami and New York, hoping to put further pressure on management. Both sides will continue negotiating for now. If talks sour and pilots decide to strike, they'll first need approval from a U.S. mediation board. 

Airlines have expressed confidence they can resolve their differences with pilots. 

"We remain confident that an agreement for our pilots is within reach and can be finalized quickly," American Airlines said in a statement Monday. "The finish line is in sight." 

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Drivers tempted to bypass the official diversion for this weekend’s M25 motorway closure have been warned of potential ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) charges if they stray off course.

The London orbital motorway is having its second ever planned closure , with a busy stretch in the south-west closed in both directions for works, potentially bringing long delays and congestion for thousands of drivers.

National Highways has urged motorists to avoid travel if possible or stick to the official diversions. Drivers of non-Ulez-compliant vehicles entering the clean air zone will not be charged as long as they stay on the marked route, but will otherwise be liable for the £12.50 charge if they follow their satnav for an attempted shortcut.

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Rising inflation pressures spooked equity markets in April. The S&P 500 , for instance, shed more than 25% of its value, its worst month since last September. Moreover, The NASDAQ and Dow followed suit, with similar losses. Many would say that the current market scenario is the Fed’s undoing, with it initially supporting markets but now taking a more hawkish approach. Therefore, interest rates will remain elevated for a while, making it an opportune moment for investors to consider travel stocks to avoid.

Travel stocks are often categorized in the growth cyclical, a category that benefits immensely from an expansionary monetary policy. With the economy booming and deeper pockets, travel stocks tend to shine, offering superb upside for investors. However, that’s unlikely to pan out anytime soon, so it’s best to offload these travel stocks to avoid them.

Travel Stocks to Avoid: Carnival (CCL)

Leading cruise line operator  Carnival  (NYSE: CCL ) had an incredible run in the stock market last year. CCL stock gained a staggering 61% on the back of its blow-out operating results despite the macroeconomic headwinds. Alot of those gains were due to the risk-on sentiment in the stock market last year, which has faded away in recent weeks.

Nevertheless, there’s a lot to like about CCL and its long-term prospects. It recently reported another earnings smasher, comfortably beating estimates across both lines. Its first-quarter (Q1) sales jumped to $5.41 billion, 22% higher on a year-over-year (YOY) basis, while making impressive strides in regaining profitability later this year. Moreover, with a record $7 billion in deposits in Q1, it effectively pounced on a monumental wave season.

Though everything may seem fine and dandy with CCL, there are a few reasons it is an unattractive bet in the near term. Firstly, the stock has had an incredible run over the past year, and given the current situation with interest rates, the near-term upside seems limited. The stock is down 10% this month, and with it having to lap incredibly tough comps in the upcoming quarters, I expect more downside ahead. Moreover, the Baltimore Bridge disaster is expected to clip CCL’s 2024 profit by $10 million . Factor in all this, and CCL stock is still trading at an eye-watering 47.50 times trailing twelve-month GAAP earnings.

American Airlines Group (AAL)

American Airlines Group  (NASDAQ: AAL ) reported a lackluster Q1 2024 report last week, leaving a sour taste in its shareholders’ mouths. The world’s largest carrier reported a non-GAAP EPS  of negative 34 cents , missing estimates by five cents. Moreover, its sales of $12.6 billion were roughly in line with consensus estimates. Consequently, AAL stock has been down almost 12% in the past month, lagging behind the broader market by a considerable margin.

AAL wasn’t the flashiest investment last year, ending in the red with a negative 1% return. Though it continued to deliver strong sales growth, it was lapping tough comps, among other headwinds. Moreover, it made healthy progress in its debt reduction goal, one of the biggest talking points in the airline sphere during the pandemic years.

However, I don’t expect the airliner to woo the market anytime soon with its quarterly reports. Analysts expect a 4.2% gain in its top-line in the upcoming quarter, with eight downward EPS revisions compared to four positive ones.  Boeing’s (NYSE: BA ) woes will likely have a sizeable impact on its financials. In fact, it followed the rest of its peers  in cutting back  on routes due to Boeing delays.

Spirit Airlines (SAVE)

Spirit Airlines  (NYSE: SAVE ) is another low-cost carrier with limited upside potential. Its stock is down almost 78% year-to-date (YTD) and almost 27% just this month. Perhaps one of the main reasons for such a performance is the U.S. Justice Department’s decision to block its merger with JetBlue  (NASDAQ: JBLU ). Experts, including  InvestorPlace’s  Eddie Pan, believe that Spirit could consider bankruptcy and asset liquidation following the debacle.

Ironically, Spirit Airlines has seen its costs rise significantly quicker than its top-line growth. From 2019 to 2023, the company’s total sales grew by roughly 40% compared to its cost of revenues, which jumped 81%. Clearly, its business model hasn’t worked,  which continues to weigh down its financial flexibility. It attracts a deplorable 3 on 10 Financial Strength rating from GuruFocus, with its Altman Z-Score firmly in the Distress Zone. Hence, SAVE is another airliner you’d want to avoid at this time.

On the date of publication, Muslim Farooque did not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.com  Publishing Guidelines .

Muslim Farooque is a keen investor and an optimist at heart. A life-long gamer and tech enthusiast, he has a particular affinity for analyzing technology stocks. Muslim holds a bachelor’s of science degree in applied accounting from Oxford Brookes University.

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