AirTran Airways

AirTran U Opens Enrollment – Students Save Big on Standby Flights

Posted by cheapflights-US on January 6, 2009 at 9:00 am

It’s tough being a college student. From books and tuition to rent and meals, the costs add up quickly. So, when someone offers a college student a deal it's worth taking. Enter: AirTran. Discount airline AirTran is opening up registration...

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Zip through ticketing checkout – AirTran’s new PayPal option

Posted by cheapflights-US on December 15, 2008 at 4:02 am

One of the reasons flyers book online to begin with is speed. They don’t want to hang around on the phone on hold waiting (sometimes interminably) for a reservation’s agent. Now, discount airline AirTran Airways is rendering ticketing faster on...

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AirTran Schedules Flights to Branson Airport

Posted by cheapflights-US on December 12, 2008 at 7:15 am

Discount airline AirTran plans to launch once-daily non-stop flights between Branson, Missouri’s brand-new airport and its Atlanta (ATL) hub starting May 11, 2009. To get travelers thinking about Atlanta flights to Branson, AirTran is offering an introductory one-way discount airfare...

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Discount Airfare: AirTran Fares Starting at $39

Posted by cheapflights-US on December 2, 2008 at 12:05 pm

AirTran Airways announced airline ticket sales starting as low as $39 for one-way travel. Some of the deals include travel from Atlanta to Baltimore/Washington for $64; San Juan to Orlando for $69; Atlanta to Orlando for $59; and Rochester to...

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Discount Airfare: AirTran Airways’ Atlanta Sale

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 24, 2008 at 6:18 am

It has been a while since we’ve seen discount airfares this low, and to so many cities. Book and buy today (Monday, November 24), and land rates as low as $29 (no misprint) one-way, exclusive of taxes and fees. The...

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AirTran Airways Starts Harrisburg-Orlando Flights

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 21, 2008 at 6:03 am

AirTran Airways has launched flights from Harrisburg to Orlando. The new service began yesterday (Thursday, November 20) and was launched with a celebratory event at Harrisburg International Airport, attended by former Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jack Ham and...

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AirTran Airways Adds Washington D.C. Services

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 19, 2008 at 7:23 am

AirTran Airways has announced that it will add flights to Washington D.C. on January 21, 2009. The carrier said that this was due to an increased demand for services to the capital from travelers who wished to visit D.C. the...

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AirTran Airways Offers Holiday Travel Tips

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 18, 2008 at 5:14 am

AirTran Airways is offering travelers some tips they can use during the holiday season. Advice includes saving the wrapping for later as gift-wrapped presents may need to be opened during security screening, making sure valuables and medicines are in the...

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AirTran Airways Changes Checked Bag Policy

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 13, 2008 at 7:19 am

AirTran Airways has announced that it is making changes to its policies for checked bags. Effective from yesterday (Wednesday, November 12), for travel on or after December 5, passengers will be charged $15 for the first bag checked-in.

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AirTran Airways Makes Changes to Business Class Upgrades

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 12, 2008 at 7:49 am

AirTran Airways has announced that it is making changes to the way passengers can upgrade from Economy to Business Class. Travelers who check-in online can upgrade their tickets for between $49 and $99 one-way, depending on the duration of the...

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Hello Columbus! AirTran Helps Fill Void Left by Skybus Demise

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 7, 2008 at 6:53 am

Not all that long ago, Columbus OH (CMH) was a low-fare leader because it was headquarters of discount airline Skybus. Then the carrier folded. Now, a bit of good news. Discount airline AirTran has launched nonstop service from Port Columbus...

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AirTran Airways Resumes Akron-Canton to Fort Myers Flights

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 6, 2008 at 7:05 am

AirTran Airways has resumed its nonstop winter service between Akron-Canton Regional Airport in Ohio and Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers, Florida. The new flights will operate daily, departing Akron-Canton at 7:30am to arrive at Fort Myers at 10:01am....

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AirTran Airways to Serve New Vitamin Water

Posted by cheapflights-US on November 3, 2008 at 6:17 am

AirTran Airways has announced a new addition to its onboard drink selection. The airline is to offer passengers Vitamin Water Focus as part of its relationship with Coca-Cola. This will take the number of Coca-Cola products served on AirTran flights...

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AirTran links up with e-Rewards in A+ alliance

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 31, 2008 at 5:21 am

Here's a new way to rack up frequent flyer points. Discount airline AirTran has linked up with e-Rewards (Web site: www.e-rewardsresearch.com) in a deal that allows A+ Rewards members to earn credits. They do that by agreeing to answer questions...

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AirTran Airways to Reduce Flights From Atlanta

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 24, 2008 at 5:01 am

AirTran Airways is to cut flights from its Atlanta schedule following recent financial losses. The carrier recorded a loss of $107.1 million for the last quarter, with high fuel costs mainly to blame. Bob Fornaro, Chief Executive, Chairman and President...

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AirTran Airways to Reduce Flights From Atlanta

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 24, 2008 at 5:01 am

AirTran Airways is to cut flights from its Atlanta schedule following recent financial losses. The carrier recorded a loss of $107.1 million for the last quarter, with high fuel costs mainly to blame. Bob Fornaro, Chief Executive, Chairman and President...

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Danica Patrick Flight Promotion from AirTran Airways

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 22, 2008 at 5:04 am

AirTran Airways has announced a new promotion offering passengers the chance to win free flights and play video games with IndyCar Series star Danica Patrick. The airline is challenging 50 gamers to take on Danica in a racing challenge at...

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New Upgrade Option on AirTran Airways

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 21, 2008 at 8:46 am

Airlines are always in search of new revenue. Here’s an idea that just may work for carrier and flyer alike. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that discount airline AirTran is selling Business-Class upgrades after flyers board. The seats sell for between...

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AirTran Airways Partners With e-Miles

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 17, 2008 at 4:16 am

AirTran Airways has partnered with e-Miles (Web site: www.e-miles.com), an online advertising channel that rewards members who read and respond to marketing messages. Under the partnership, A+ Rewards members can earn credits simply by engaging with messages on e-miles.com. Tad...

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Got a Neat Story? Win Seats on AirTran Airways

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 14, 2008 at 8:20 am

Folks fly for lots of reasons: romance and reconciliation, businesses and bonuses. Whatever your reason, if you think the story is compelling enough, you can submit it to discount airline AirTran Airways and just maybe win a set of coach...

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AirTran Airways Boosts Baltimore/Washington International

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 2, 2008 at 9:12 am

Hands down, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is the low-fare magnet for the Beltway. Discount airlines dominate the field. Southwest Airlines is first in terms of passengers and flights by a big margin, but AirTran Airways is adding flights...

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AirTran Airways To Offer Atlanta-Cancun Flights

Posted by cheapflights-US on October 2, 2008 at 9:01 am

If you want to get from Atlanta to Cancun nonstop just now it’s Delta Air Lines solo, or Delta in conjunction with an Aeromexico code-share. That’s it. Beginning early next year, you’ll have another option.

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AirTran Airways Waives Change Fee for Texas Flyers

Posted by cheapflights-US on September 16, 2008 at 6:12 am

AirTran Airways is to waive change fees for passengers affected by Hurricane Ike. Customers with reservations for flights to or from Houston Hobby through Friday, September 19, will be able to change travel dates free of charge. Travel will need...

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AirTran Airways to Change Terminals at Detroit Metro

Posted by cheapflights-US on September 11, 2008 at 4:20 am

AirTran Airways has announced that it is relocating its operations at Detroit Metro Airport. As of September 17, the carrier will depart and land at Gate D15 in the new North Terminal of the airport. Tad Hutcheson, Vice-President of Marketing...

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AirTran Re-works A+ Program, More Benefits for Elites

Posted by cheapflights-US on September 10, 2008 at 11:41 am

If you're an elite member of discount airline AirTran's A+ Awards, know the carrier just added a bunch of benefits to the frequent-flyer program. Effective immediately elite members: - Can upgrade to Business Class at the gate beginning 40 minutes...

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AirTran Switches to Terminal 6 at Los Angeles Airport

Posted by cheapflights-US on September 4, 2008 at 8:22 am

Head’s up if you’re headed out of Los Angeles International. Discount airline AirTran is changing terminals. Beginning tomorrow (Friday, September 5), flights which had operated out of Terminal 3 will arrive and depart from Terminal 6, Gate 69A to be...

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Discount Airfare: AirTran Airways’ Sale

Posted by cheapflights-US on September 2, 2008 at 9:10 am

The pictures of that last vacation you’ve got arrayed around your cubicle are nice, but they’re merely misty watercolor memories. It’s time to make some new ones. Discount airline AirTran Airways can help. The carrier is offering discount airfares just...

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Airfare Discount: AirTran Airways’ Offers for Football Fans

Posted by cheapflights-US on August 28, 2008 at 4:43 am

AirTran Airways has launched a sale for college football fans, which will allow them to cheer on their favorite teams in person across the country. These discounts are available for purchase until Friday, August 29, and are valid for travel...

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AirTran Airways Atlanta-Savannah flights ending

Posted by cheapflights-US on August 21, 2008 at 3:34 am

AirTran is ending its services between Atlanta and Savannah, with flights ceasing to service the Hilton Head International Aiport as of October 27. Judy Graham-Weaver, Manager of Public Relations for AirTran, told The Hilton Head Island Packet: "The Savannah/Hilton Head...

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AirTran Airways Plans Columbus, Harrisburg Service

Posted by cheapflights-US on August 20, 2008 at 6:59 am

So much for the myth that nobody's expanding domestic service anymore. Discount airline AirTran Airways says it plans to launch service to a pair of new destinations soon: Columbus, OH (CMH) and Harrisburg (HAR). November 6 is the projected take-off...

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