Why Airfares Aren't Dropping Yet | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Jet fuel prices are cooling, but don’t expect cheaper flights anytime soon—thanks to a perfect storm of stubborn demand and the collapse of Spirit Airlines. With travelers still booking like crazy and fewer budget options to compete, airlines are keeping fares high to pad profits. It’s like gas stations: prices spike fast when costs rise, but drop slowly when things ease. Plus, with global uncertainty lingering and no rush to fill seats, expect prices to stay stubbornly elevated for now. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…