Amid uncertainty in the Middle East and rising oil prices, now is the best time to book your summer travel.

Airfares are climbing as you read this. The problem is simple: As the price of oil goes up because of the war in the Middle East, so does the price of jet fuel. The way airlines are responding is not quite so simple.

Amid rising oil prices drivers are feeling the pinch at the gas pump, and one aviation expert said to expect an increase in jet fuel prices, too.

Fight or flight. The war in Iran has already caused the cost of plane tickets to rise, experts say. Jet fuel, which accounts for about one-fifth of airlines’ operating expenses, surged a staggering 56% in the days following the initial Feb.

Skiplagging is a practice that can save air travelers money, but we'll look at some reasons why the practice is unethical, and potential for consequences for travelers.

Buying a plane ticket looks simple, but it depends on interconnected reservation systems and regulatory compliance.