# Fewer people are flying as airfare soars. Here's why airlines aren't worried

- Source: CNBC
- Published: 2026-10-23T14:55:36+00:00
- Category: Markets
- Original: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/23/airfare-airline-capacity.html
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Airlines are reporting fewer people flew in the third quarter as airfare surged on fuel costs, but executives say travelers are mostly swallowing higher fares.

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