airfare

or air fare

[ air-fair ]

noun

1. the price charged for transportation by airplane.

Word History and Origins

Origin of airfare¹

First recorded in 1915–20; air ¹ + fare

Example Sentences

Analysis had expected inflation to drop to 1.9%, but lower airfares and petrol prices meant it fell further.

From BBC

Williams alleged that Adams accepted “over $100,000 in luxury travel benefits,” including first-class airfare and five-star hotel accommodations, ultimately taking “corrupt official action” on behalf of those who bribed him.

From Salon

Air fares usually rise in the summer, but this was the second largest rise in airfares since 2001, the ONS said.

From BBC

For example, in 2017 he testified that he did inform the board about the trip and that the bar funds would cover coach airfare.

From Los Angeles Times

An actual ticket to the event in New York, meanwhile, is currently $163 or more for the top deck, not including airfare and hotel.

From Los Angeles Times