Your Money Minute Booking Holiday Flights Now 10/6/25
Oct 6, 2025
Booking holiday flights is heating up as demand surges post-Labor Day. Airfare saw a notable 6% jump in August, causing waves in cabin pricing dynamics. Premium seats are flying off the shelves, while main cabin prices are under pressure. As the holidays draw near, expect airfares to rise even more. Stay ahead of the curve and secure those flights early!
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Early Holiday Booking Trend
- Americans are booking holiday flights earlier to avoid expected fare increases as the season approaches.
- Scott Kirby highlights stronger bookings for fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas driven by premium-cabin demand.
Economy Stronger Than Stats Suggest
- Scott Kirby observes the economy may be stronger than backward-looking stats suggest.
- This perceived strength helps explain robust travel bookings despite some inflation signals.
Premium Seats Driving Revenue
- Premium and business-class seats are selling better than main cabin seats right now.
- Kirby says abundant main-cabin supply keeps those fares under more downward pressure.