Why Is Flying So Expensive?
Flying is expensive. It always has been, and even with low cost companies entering the market in recent years, is seems like prices will never be manageable for the average working Joe.
But it’s not completely unjustified. In order for an airline to make a profit off of a flight, planes have to be at least 85% full – which, considering last-minute cancellations, explains why airlines tend to overbook their flights.