Paying to fly

Have you tried to book a flight lately?

Maybe thinking of a long weekend away, or finally figuring out that summer vacation?

Well, good luck. Prepare for some sticker shock.

Ticket prices are way up and connections too are way up. There don't seem like many direct flights any more, even from Philly, Baltimore or Pittsburgh.

I've actually used accumulated miles successfully twice recently, rather than decide on high-priced tickets. But they'll only go so far, you know.

Looks like tickets are up an average of $150 to $200 per round trip. That's just my guess, but it got my attention and it'll get yours if you fly.