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Los Angeles Times
Upcoming changes may hide full ticket prices
The U.S. Department of Transportation proposed new regulations that would allow airlines to highlight individual components of airfare, such as taxes and fees, more prominently than the total price. Critics argue this could mislead consumers by making it harder to compare fares and understand the full cost upfront, potentially leading to increased confusion and frustration during flight shopping. The current rules, established in 2012, require airlines to display the full fare upfront to protect consumers from deceptive advertising. The proposal has prompted significant public comment and opposition from airlines and consumer advocates.
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