airfare

American  

[air-fair] / ˈɛərˌfɛər /

Or air fare

noun

1. the price charged for transportation by airplane.

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Etymology

Origin of airfare

First recorded in 1915–20; air ¹ + fare

Example Sentences

Three major airlines have hiked their checked-bag fees this month, in another blow for travelers still reeling from long TSA lines and increased airfare.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

Using the budget of a one-way airfare, teams travel thousands of miles, working local jobs and relying on the kindness of strangers to reach checkpoints and ultimately win a cash prize.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Meanwhile, United’s airfare could increase by 20%, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

AAA says flights to top domestic spring break hot spots such as Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Los Angeles, and Tampa average about $815 for roundtrip airfare.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

Eastern Standard Time, is the best time to find affordable airfare for international flights.

From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin