The Transportation Security Administration has a new rule for travelers that will take effect in 2026. As 2026 approaches, the TSA could see a surge in air travel, which may lead to new policies. For example,

The TSA recently announced a new twist on the Real ID rule, set to go into effect on Feb. 1, 2026: Travelers without a Real ID (or valid U.S. passport) who still want to fly will need to pay a $45 fee. The money covers the option to use TSA Confirm.ID, which is valid for a 10-day travel period and establishes and verifies your identity.

Passengers share cramped airplane seat stories on social media, sparking heated debates about airline policies and personal space boundaries during flights.

Airports across the country are staying busy even on Christmas Day as travelers head out for vacation or to spend the holiday with family and friends. Travel volume is expected to remain steady throughout the day and into the evening, with another busy travel day ahead Friday. Here are three things travelers should know as holiday travel continues.

TSA experts share essential holiday travel tips as 52.6 million passengers are prepared to fly. Learn what to pack and avoid delays.

A winter storm packing a frosty mix of snow and ice bore down on the U.S. Northeast early on Saturday, disrupting post-holiday weekend airline traffic ​and prompting officials in New York and New Jersey to issue weather emergency declarations.

The backlash to DOT Secretary Duffy’s holiday travel message shows how leadership communication can fail when tone, timing, and public priorities are misread.

From increased connectivity to growing options for customization, here are the air travel developments on the horizon for 2026.

The second annual Verified Air Travel Awards celebrate everything from the best cabin suites to the top lounges. Every trip consists of a thousand touchpoints, and for travelers, the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is decided at each turn.