Those connecting flights that do exist are incredibly expensive. You can fly all the way across the Atlantic ocean for less than a simple jaunt across the Gulf of Mexico. Why is that?
Key West has challenges to commercial aviation:
1- Size. It's runway is less than 5,000 feet long. That limits the types of aircraft which can fly out of EYW. (Remember…What goes in must come out) There is but a single jet which regularly goes in and out of there.
2. Key West (EYW) has airspace restrictions. Birds, a tethered balloon that's 14,000 feet up, noise restrictions which basically shut it down from 11p-7a.
One of those places that it's very hard to get to.
I frequently fly from London Gatwick to Houston TX. I usually go with BA. I'm taking my boyfriend over this summer to meet my Dad, but he's being really funny about the expense. Can anyone reccommend best airlines or websites or even how far in advance we should leave it before booking to get the best price?
The answer is Continental Airlines. Due to having their major hub here they have the cheapest rates. The only way another airline would be cheaper would be if Continental's flights were already booked with the cheapest fare classes having been purchased. Basically, book early if you can and give Continental a call (1-800-525-0280) to have them start scouring availability for you. I know they are bound by company regulations to seek out the lowest available. Plus, it's a top-notch airline. They pride themselves on the many luxuries they provide guests that other airlines have done away with for cost-savings. Trust me, you'll learn that when you have one of their meals from LGW to IAH. I've flown it numerous times and the food and service are almost worth the price of the ticekt alone. Happy fare-hunting and have a great time in Houston whenever you get here!
