Holiday / High Season Air Travel Guide

A collection of articles, site reviews and links to help you find the best airfare for your air travels.

With limited space on board, air pressure changes that hurt the little one's ears, endless announcements in the terminal, and bright lights all around, the air travel experience can be difficult on both the very young passenger and the parent. A guide to prepare for flying with an infant from planning to arrival.

Because many do not want to leave their pets behind when they travel - rules, regulations, fees, and airlines that will transport pets.

Online check-in for your flights could save you some time from waiting in line and get you to your gate on time. Read on about some of the airlines offering check-in online from airline websites.

Luggage fees, and what you can check in for free. This article has a list of airlines - legacy carriers such as American Airlines and United Airlines; low cost airlines such as Southwest Airlines and Virgin America; and non-US airlines such as Air Canada and British Airways. Includes not just regular luggage, but sports equipment, strollers, car seats, wheelchairs, and excess bags.

As much as many would like to, sometimes it just simply isn't possible to avoid traveling during peak periods. The airports seem stuffier, there isn't a seat to be had and with the constant announcements, gate changes and delays, it may seem like you'll never be airborne. Many of these things are unavoidable, but a few tips may help avoid some other possible travel headaches.

The TSA has now implemented its Secure Flight program, meaning there have been changes to identification requirements for passengers.

Cheapflights has taken some of the busiest airports in the United States and found things you can do to pass the wait time with the younger set. There are lots of tips to make you and your family's airport experience easier.

Rule 240 - often cited, often misunderstood, Rule 240 can often be employed when a flight is delayed, canceled, or you have misconnected and it's the airline's fault. Read more about what Rule 240 is, and how it affects your right to travel.

When you see that weather is going to affect your travels, what can you expect? Many of the airlines invoke similar policies for dealing with cancellations or delays due to inclement weather. Similar, not always universal, and you may or may not be protected on another flight.

The environment in the air is much different than on the ground. You may feel parched, your medications may work differently, or you may simply feel a little different than when you are on the ground. Some tips to take charge of your health inflight.

A few tips to try and make your time in the air more comfortable.