I'm thinking of traveling to New Orleans on 2/13 and returning either 2/21 or 2/22. Presently, if I return on 2/21, I can buy a ticket on US Airways at the flight times I want for $184 on Expedia. Southwest's fare is about $261, and other airlines are between $193-$230. This is SW's lowest fare, by the way, which they are calling their "Internet special." My girlfriend says that $184 is too much to pay because she says SW offers fantastic deals and we should be able to get a ticket for around $150, maybe less. I've personally never traveled SW because they have always either been the same price as other carriers, or more expensive. What do you all think? I personally think that $184 for the flight times I'd like is a very good deal, and I certainly don't expect to pay much less (and would, in fact, pay more than that). Are the airlines likely to release lower fares over the next month? This is close to Mardi Gras and I suspect that demand will be higher, hence higher fares will ensue. Any insights? Any suggestions for getting cheaper fares? Thanks!