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title: "Airfares surge after Spirit Airlines collapse and fuel hikes"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286858904.md"
description: "Average summer airfares have surged 27% year-over-year due to rising jet fuel prices and reduced airline capacity following the collapse of Spirit Airlines, which eliminated hundreds of low-cost flights. Travel experts advise booking early and using fare alerts for better deals."
datetime: "2026-05-19T05:37:18.000Z"
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# Airfares surge after Spirit Airlines collapse and fuel hikes

Prices hit new highs: Average summer airfares are up 27% year-over-year, fueled by higher jet fuel prices and tightened airline capacity. Loss of low-cost seats: Spirit Airlines’ shutdown eliminated hundreds of daily flights, reducing affordable travel choices for many passengers. Plan ahead now: Travel experts recommend booking early, using fare alerts, and choosing flexible dates to find better deals.

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