Ahh . . . New Jersey. State of gardens, 'da Shore,' and now, 28 flights per week on Jet America. The new low-cost airline promises nine seats on each flight will cost just $9. Now, despite the claim on their web site that this is "not a gimmick," it feels a bit gimmick-y. But for $9, who cares?
According to the Associated Press (via Yahoo), service begins July 13 with flights at Toledo, Ohio; South Bend, Ind.; Melbourne, Fla.; Newark, N.J.; Minneapolis and Lansing, Mich.
Will Jet America thrive or go the way of the now-defunct Skybus? Time will tell. There are however, many similarities, such as a $15 fee to check a bag. Food, drinks and in-flight TV will also come at a cost.
Though come to think of it, that sounds an awful lot like most carriers these days. Click here for a handy breakdown of baggage fees by carrier.









Comments
Jun 01, 2009
I have seen this article on main page of yahoo saying Jet America will offer $9 plane tickets.
Say i want to fly from Newark NJ to Melbourne FL.The ticket booking thing says $59.
The fine print says that its $9 + $5 convenience fee + random govt fees.So the ticket wouldn't be more than about $25, still really good.
But how much for luggage?
Jun 01, 2009
I don't know if it's just me...but I have no interest in flying an airline that sells seats for $9. Even if they charge more for the other seats...cheap just doesn't scream "safety" to me...just a thought. I think people should realize what it costs to run an airline and maintain its fleet, maybe then people wouldn't be trying to nickel and dime them, literally, to death (bankruptcy)
Aug 18, 2009
Hi, Wilmore stop spamming this blog and add some valuable comment.
Aug 19, 2009
Guys is this offer still going on.I'm planning for a trip with my family.
Feb 12, 2010
Cheap air fare is always a welcome topic. Thanks for this helpful article.
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