Exclusive: US Airlines Are Quietly Hitting Solo & Biz Travelers with Higher Fares
Yesterday, we discovered that Delta was charging solo and business travelers higher fares per ticket than when booking for two or more passengers. But it turns out that pricing quirk goes far beyond just Delta.
Since we published that story, we've searched through hundreds of fares and found plenty of examples that prove it: All three of the country's largest carriers (American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta) are penalizing solo travelers with higher ticket prices than you can book when traveling with a group – sometimes, significantly higher.
It's not exactly widespread – you won't see it on each and every route – but it's undeniable. And while it's unclear how long this pricing tactic has been utilized, it doesn't really matter: Whether it's been just days, months, or even years, it's something that few everyday travelers may realize is happening … or how much it might be costing them.
https://thriftytraveler.com/news/airlines/airlines-charging-solo-travelers-higher-fares/
Examples at link. Just another example of individuals getting charged more, like with cell phone plans.