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

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

That seems particularly the case with agents, which are AI systems empowered to take actions on behalf of a user, like booking an airfare or initiating a refund on a purchase.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The shutdown’s impact is compounded by rising costs, including airfare up 15% to 20% and gas prices nearing $4 a gallon.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Colón did not explain how many investigations of abuse could have been funded by money spent on the airfare and accommodations for her entourage.

From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026

Krogh handed over the cash, enough to cover airfare, hotel, two rental cars, special equipment, and payment for Barker’s crew.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin