The ever-increasing price of oil means airlines are passing along higher fuel costs to customers.
This week, Southwest Airlines hiked fares by up to $10 per round-trip ticket. Atlanta-based Delta and other carriers quickly followed suit.
Domestic airlines have attempted five price hikes so far this year. Three, including the most recent, have stuck.
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