All Air France Content

• Air France Offers Ultra-Cheap 'Mini' Fares
  January 9, 2013 2:42 pm
  Air France is offering new "Mini" fares on short-haul European flights. But are they really a bargain? read more
• Premium Economy: You Get What You Pay for
  March 15, 2012 9:47 am
  Premium economy air service of some sort is becoming the norm for big airlines around the world. But not all airplane seats are created equal. Ed Perkins explains the differences read more
• Fly Business Class for Thanksgiving in Europe
  September 21, 2011 9:59 am
  KLM and Lufthansa announced big discounts on business class to Europe over Thanksgiving, plus sales on Air China, Singapore Airlines, OpenSkies, Air New Zealand, and Air France. read more
• Editors' Choice Awards 2011: Best Travel Rewards Card
  May 17, 2011 12:00 am
  Rewards are all about redeeming points for actual travel. Our winner enables travelers to earn actual miles, rather than just cash value. read more
• Favorite International (Non-U.S.-based) Airline
  November 7, 2010 12:00 am
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• New Airline Mergers: What You Need to Know
  October 14, 2010 12:00 am
  Europe fares, frequent flyer programs, codeshare connections. Industry expert Ed Perkins hypothesizes on the future of the airline business after all the present mergers finalize. read more
• Airfare 401: Want a Comfortable Flight? Read This!
  August 30, 2010 12:00 am
  When booking your flight, price is an important factor. But on some flights, you may want to fork over a little extra cash for a more comfortable experience. Ed Perkins explains your options. read more
• Airline Alliances: Benefit or Plague?
  July 2, 2010 12:00 am
  Do alliances improve service, keep legacy lines afloat, or stifle competition and hike prices? Ed Perkins explains. read more
• Free Flights? Some Airlines Give You More for Your Miles
  May 20, 2010 12:00 am
  Want to know how likely you are to nab a "free" seat with your miles? It depends on the airline. Success rates range from almost every time to hardly ever. Find out where your carrier ranks. read more
• Is Premium Economy Seating Worth the Extra Cost?
  April 1, 2010 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins breaks down the difference in pricing between regular and premium economy tickets on overseas trips on 10 airlines that offer the two options. read more
• Air France Strike Called Off
  March 23, 2010 3:08 pm
  Air France has averted its cabin crew's so-called solidarity strike, which was to coincide with the second of two British Airways cabin crew strikes. read more
• British Airways Strike Looms; Air France, Too?
  March 19, 2010 10:42 am
  On the eve of British Airways' planned strike, Air France cabin crew, who are also unhappy with working conditions, has announced a concurrent "solidarity strike." read more
• Couches in Coach: What One Airline's Gamble Means for You
  February 4, 2010 12:00 am
  The coach-class upgrade could signal big changes industry-wide. Plus, updates on oversize passenger charges and why to avoid JFK this summer. read more
• New Taxes, Fees, and Charges for Travel in 2010
  January 28, 2010 12:00 am
  Tourist taxes, extra car rental charges, and airline fees for travelers departing out of Britain are just a few of the new costs you can expect to encounter this year. read more
• Airline Fees: The Ultimate Guide (Europe Edition)
  February 5, 2010 9:45 am
  In response to reader requests, we decided to put together a chart detailing fees for trips to and around Europe. read more
• Air France Adds Second Checked Bag Fee
  October 22, 2009 12:12 pm
  Travelers from the U.S. to Europe will now pay $50 for the second checked bag on Air France, while passengers from Europe will pay 50 euros. The change takes effect November 1. read more
• Minimum Connection Times for International Flights
  July 8, 2009 8:32 am
  A reader wonders if he will miss his connection due to a too-short layover. Our airfare expert reports the minimum time varies, but there are some rules of thumb you can use. read more
• Five Great Fall Vacation Deals Starting at $299*
  September 15, 2009 4:52 pm
  The early bird gets the deals this fall. If you can wait just a few more months for that vacation, you'll be able to stretch your travel dollars a lot further. Now is the time to start planning. read more
• Air France Flight Missing, Likely Lost
  June 2, 2009 10:08 am
  An Air France flight has gone missing off the coast of Brazil. Details of the plane's disappearance are murky at best, though authorities have ruled out terrorism. read more
• Top 10 Spring Vacation Deals for Under $1,000
  May 1, 2009 12:07 pm
  Our travel gumshoe's back with her picks for the best deals of the month, including rock-bottom vacation package prices to Paris, the Dominican Republic, Las Vegas, and Hawaii. read more
• How Do You Know When to Book and When to Wait?
  February 10, 2009 10:06 am
  One of the biggest crapshoots in the travel business is whether to settle for a price and book or take the gamble of waiting for a sweet deal. read more
• Where Do I Find Cheap Business-Class Fares?
  October 6, 2008 12:00 am
  Our columnist examines the options in this niche marketplace, from airfare deals to discount agencies to credit card twofers. read more
• EU approves in-flight cell phone service
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The European Commission has just approved in-flight voice calls, text messaging, and email during European flights. read more
• London and Paris open new terminals
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Just in time for the busy summer season, Heathrow Airport in London and Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris are opening new terminals. read more
• Paris in February: Affordable and romantic
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  A February trip to Paris means you'll be taking advantage of some of the best airfare and hotel deals of the year. And don't forget the chocolate. read more
• Flexible fare search for Europe
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  For many travelers, finding the best fare is more important than traveling on fixed dates. But, do any websites offer a flexible-dates search for Europe trips? read more
• In-flight iPods in the works
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Soon you'll be able to watch your iPod's video content on your seatback monitor. read more
• Continental, Delta, United, and others to offer iPod connections
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The Apple iPod explosion is creeping into the airline industry. Starting in 2007, travelers will be able to use in-seat connections to view videos and listen to music stored on their iPods. read more
• Will airline mergers bring better service and lower fares?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  On September 30, 2003, Air France announced that it will acquire Dutch airline KLM. Even if you've never flown Air France or KLM, as an international traveler, you could still feel the effects of this new alliance. read more