I still fly for w*rk, and I will fly after I ER. Sure, it's a flying bus and I'm jammed into a not-very-big space, but it helps to keep it all in perspective: doing this lets me cross the country in 5 hours, and at less cost and greater safety than driving. I don't expect to be entertained or even fed a good meal, I just want safe, rapid, cheap transportation, and the airlines generally provide that.
For those who want to be pampered, there's first class. It's not a whole lot mroe expense (adjusted for inflation) than what coach used to cost before deregulation.
Good tips, Gumby. I'd add: Checked bags don't always make it to the destination on time, but in domestic travel they will almost certainly get there the next day. It's good to bring medications, toiletries, a change of underwear, etc in your carryon bag in case the checked bag is delayed.
For those who want to be pampered, there's first class. It's not a whole lot mroe expense (adjusted for inflation) than what coach used to cost before deregulation.
The online booking services will sell customers a ticket with a 30 minute connect time in Atlanta. Anyone who has connected through ATL knows this is seldom going to work, and if by some miracle you make it, your bag probably won't. My personal minimum is 90 minutes connection in ATL, DFW, or Chicago, one hour everywhere else. But a little longer is better.1. Don't cut your connections too close. Flights are often delayed and the stress over whether you'll get to the intermediate airport in time to make your connection can ruin your entire day..
Good tips, Gumby. I'd add: Checked bags don't always make it to the destination on time, but in domestic travel they will almost certainly get there the next day. It's good to bring medications, toiletries, a change of underwear, etc in your carryon bag in case the checked bag is delayed.
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