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Record Spring Travel Expected Amid Rising Costs and Concerns

3/3/2026

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U.S. airlines expect a record spring travel season, with 171 million travelers from March 1 to April 30, a 4% rise.
Airlines expand capacity, adding routes and about 26,000 daily flights with 3.5 million seats.
Security concerns from cartel violence in Mexico prompt travelers to rethink spring plans.
Travel expert Mallory Dumond advises travelers to contact airlines for changes.
Experts warn rising oil prices may push ticket costs higher.

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Story summary

U.S. airlines expect a record spring travel season, with 171 million travelers from March 1 to April 30, a 4% rise.
Airlines expand capacity, adding routes and about 26,000 daily flights with 3.5 million seats.
Security concerns from cartel violence in Mexico prompt travelers to rethink spring plans.
Travel expert Mallory Dumond advises travelers to contact airlines for changes.
Experts warn rising oil prices may push ticket costs higher.