Airlines must now give automatic refunds for significant delays. Here's what to know.

The new rule standardizes what constitutes a significant delay, and forces airlines to provide automatic refunds to customers. Read More

Airlines Must Now Refund Travelers for Canceled Flights—What To Know

Passengers who report mishandled baggage are eligible for a refund of their checked bag fee if their bag is not delivered within 12 hours after their domestic flight arrives at the gate, or within 15 ... Read More

New automatic airline refund rules are now in effect — here's what's covered

The DOT's new rules should make it easier to receive refunds from airlines, but don't significantly expand when you're eligible for one. Read More

New rules for airlines could help you get speedy refunds

Under consumer protection rules, airlines may owe travelers money back when services that passengers paid for go awry. Some of those rules went into effect this week. Read More

Airlines must now give cash refunds for long delays and bag issues

The new Transportation Department regulations require airlines to automatically issue refunds for things like delayed flights and better disclose fees. Read More

Gate lice beware: American Airlines is cracking down on line cutters

American Airlines is testing a new boarding system at 3 airports, including one in Arizona, that would prevent boarding ahead of your assigned group. Read More

'Airport malaria' on the rise in Europe, new study suggests: Here's what travelers should know

A study noted an increase in airport and luggage malaria cases in Europe, but is it really a concern? Experts weigh the risks and the need for prevention measures. Read More

United Airlines is launching new international flights. Here are the cities you'll be able to visit.

For example, it's adding flights between Washington Dulles International Airport ... health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to discuss ... Read More

Jacksonville's airport is open, but 12+ flights are canceled after Hurricane Milton

according to the airport's website. Another five incoming flights were canceled, and there were eight combined delays. Yes. The Department of Transportation requires all airlines to offer ... Read More

Airports close ahead of Hurricane Milton. What to do if your flight is canceled

Here's what ... while Wednesday's cancellations include three flights to or from Tampa and two flights to or from Orlando. Airlines issued travel advisories for airports in Milton's path and ... Read More

Did You Know There's a Right Way to Nap? Here's How to Do It Correctly

It's time to stop nap shaming. Though napping can affect your sleep at night if you ... For extra tips on getting your best quality sleep, here are seven natural sleep aids for insomnia and ... Read More

Port strike: Don't hoard that toilet paper! Here's what you should be worried about

The strike, experts said, will affect imported goods ... real estate and consumer news at the Asbury Park Press for 26 years. He writes APP.com's What's Going There column and can be reached ... Read More