Peter Greenberg Worldwide (blog)

Student Airline Discounts: Do They Really Exist?

Student airline discounts have largely vanished, with major carriers such as Southwest, Delta and JetBlue offering no dedicated student fares. United remains the sole airline advertising a student discount, providing a modest 5% reduction on basic‑economy tickets. Accessing United's discount requires joining MileagePlus, completing multiple identity checks, and navigating a separate booking flow. In practice, the price difference is minimal—often only a few dollars—making the effort questionable for most travelers.