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Ridiculous or not? “Low cost” airlines that cost more

October 12, 2011

When David Simon wanted to fly from Milwaukee to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., he assumed “low cost” airline Southwest would offer the lowest fare.

Then he did the math.

A roundtrip flight on Southwest – including two “free” bags – cost $334.
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