WINGING AWAY FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY

Those of you who plan to fly away for the Christmas Holiday would do well not to wait any longer in shopping for passage. The thrifty traveler can save, depending on the destination and whether the flight carries any restrictions.

The following chart shows round trip air fares to Cancun, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, New York, Orlando, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, D.C. from the John Wayne Airport. Fares are for departure on Friday, Dec. 22 and returning Monday, Jan. 1.

Two quotes are listed for each destination. The first quote is the lowest fare available, with various restrictions; the second is for unrestricted coach. See notes below.

Destination Fares Airlines CANCUN $398/$680 American CHICAGO $338/$1,050 American, America West DALLAS $338/$860 American, United DENVER $278/$640 America West, Continental MINNEAPOLIS $398/$892 American, United NEW YORK $418/$1,050 American, United ORLANDO $810/$954 Continental, Delta, Northwest, TWA, United SAN FRANCISCO $108/$296 American, United, US Air SEATTLE $338/$710 American, United WASHINGTON, D.C. $414/$946 American, Northwest,TWA

Fares do not include the local fuel surcharge collected by some airports. Fares are provided for information only and are subject to availability and change daily. Some restrictions may apply.

All fares subject to change and price quotes subject to availability at time of purchase.

Source: Official Ariline Guide Electronic Edition