On the Fly

Glitch Fare

Glitch fares are Mistake Fares. It's when an airline accidentally discounts a flight by much more than it intended.

Airline Alliance

An airline alliance is an agreement between airlines to share routes and resources and extend reciprocal benefits.

Stopover Paid by Carrier (STPC)

Some airlines make it easy to spend a day or two on a stopover on a “stopover paid by carrier,” or “STPC.”

Low-Cost Carrier

Low-cost carriers are airlines that offer lower fares and fewer amenities than full service airlines.

Amenity Kit

An amenity kit is a small bag of personal care items that airlines provide on long-haul or international flights.

Flight Leg

A flight leg maintains the same flight number and aircraft throughout its journey from one airport to another.