<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by robb:
However, as far as sales go, prices (by way of restrictions) seem to have plummeted. Today, I booked a 3 Day Advance Purchase flight from IAH-ORD for $178.00. With that short notice, I had expected $500.00.
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I think we may have started to see the beginning of sale fares -- following Southwest's lead.
Southwest today extended their previous Internet fare special. The fares are now valid for purchase through October 11. There are no day of week restrictions, only a 3 day advance purchase is required, and (I believe) do not require Internet purchase.
In various markets, other majors have matched the fares. STL-SEA is now down to $178 on TW, CO, and NW.
This is what I was hoping for.. and plan on booking two tickets in the next few days.
Greg