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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ted Thornhill

Falling economy air fares bring some cheer amid gloom of flight cuts

Amid the gloom of flights being cut due to the government shutdown, there is some good news — economy airfares have been falling on major U.S. routes this year.

Of the 10 busiest routes in the U.S., six have seen year-on-year price reductions, according to global travel data provider OAG, with the biggest fall between Las Vegas Harry Reid International and Los Angeles International (LAX).

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