The new airfares are coming, so these old airfares must go! Even if you missed the two or three airfare sales Spirit Airlines cranked out over the last week, you can still come on down and save!

Ah, yes, the folks from Spirit are back. Their “Clearance Sale” offers cheap flights for as low as $9+ each-way to destinations throughout their route system. We’ve said it once, and we will say it again, but remember these deals are only good for members of Spirit’s $9 Fare Club (you have to sign-up to save), and they will not last long. In fact, this airfare sale ends November 21, 2008 at 11:59 PM ET, so you have to act fast. Visit Spirit Airlines Sale for more details.

It’s Thursday again, and that can mean only one thing: you’re sitting around the office trying to figure out why it’s not Friday yet. Don’t despair. The weekend is right around the corner, and you can use the time to make a quick escape.

Delta Air Lines is offering weekend getaways to/from cities across the country. You’ll find cheap flights between $59+ and $79+ each-way for departure this Saturday (Nov. 22). You can return on either Monday, November 24, or Tuesday, November 25, 2008. Hey, if you’re going to escape, you might as well get a day or two off in the process. Visit Delta Specials for more details.

Just in case you’re not quite up on your Belgian geography, it’s important to realize that when you visit the region of Flanders you’ll have access to more than just Brussels. You can spend your days dabbling in medieval history or sipping very modern coffee at cafes in Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, and the many other Flemish towns that dot the area.

Whether you want to explore Flanders to the fullest or simply stay in Brussels, US Airways can help you get to Belgium for less. They’re offering flights to Brussels for as low as $520+ R/T from departure cities across America. Visit US Airways Promotions for more details, and get ready to check out the EU capital, steep yourself in Belgian and Flemish culture, or just engage in some world class shopping.

A number of the winter and holiday airfare sales are rapidly approaching their end. With so many out there, we know it can be tough to keep it all straight. To make things a little easier, we’ve highlighted the airfare sales offered by a range of domestic carriers. However, there are some great sales from international airlines out there, so check out all of our latest Deals to get the full story:

• Southwest Airlines Thanksgiving Sale (ends Nov. 20)
• Alaska Airlines Winter Escape Sale (ends Nov. 24)
• America Airlines Holiday Travel Airfare Sale (see site for dates)
• Continental Airlines Holiday Fares to Houston, Cleveland, Newark (see site for dates)
• Delta Airlines Holiday Sale (ends Nov. 26)
• Northwest Airlines Holiday Sale (ends Nov. 26)
• United Airlines Holiday Fare Sale (see site for dates)
• United Airlines International Holiday Fare Sale (ends Nov. 26 - South America, Dec. 15 - Europe)
• Virgin America Thanksgiving Fare Sale (ends Nov. 20)

The Great White North is calling your name…in both English and French.

Air Canada’s two-day airfare sale gives you the chance to save up to 50% on flights to Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and a range of other Canadian destinations. You’ll find deals as low as $106+ one-way from departure cities across the U.S. for travel through Feb. 11, 2009. As Air Canada reminds us, there is “So much Canada. So little time,” so act fast. This airfare sale ends tomorrow (Nov 20, 2008). Visit Air Canada Offers for more details.

The carriage hasn’t turned back into a pumpkin, and Cinderella’s glass slipper must still be secure on her foot, because it hasn’t struck midnight yet. At least not for those in search of Thanksgiving flights.

With multiple holiday airfare sales still rolling, Midwest Airlines has joined in with their “Last-Minute Thanksgiving Fares” offer. You’ll find cheap flights for as low as $178+ R/T between cities throughout the country and Milwaukee, Omaha, and Kansas City. Deals are good for travel from November 21 through December 2, and you have until November 24 to book your flight. Visit Midwest Airlines Travel Deals for more details.

We were getting a bit concerned around here. Almost 48 hours had passed since we last heard from the marketing folks at Spirit Airlines. It’s OK, though, we can all breathe easy. Spirit is back with yet another airfare sale.

This time around, you can find cheap flights for as low as $2+ each-way to domestic and international destinations. Things will go well beyond $2 once taxes and fees are added, but you’ll still find some great deals. As usual, this low airfare offer is only for members of Spirit’s $9 Fare Club and it will be gone soon. Book your airline ticket by 11:59 PM ET on November 19, 2008 if you want to save. Visit Spirit Airlines Sales for more details.

Shopping addicts, lovers of fine time pieces, “chocoholics,” and anyone else interested in traveling to one of Europe’s most storied cities can now get there for less (and with fewer stops).

Whether you want to duck into the shops along Geneva’s famous Rive Gauche or you simply want to bask in the breathtaking views as you explore the Alps and the Jura Mountains, United Airlines can help you plan your perfect Swiss vacation. The carrier has announced a new nonstop route between Washington, DC and Geneva, and to celebrate they’re offering airfare as low as $449+ each-way. Check out United’s Geneva Announcement for more details.

The holiday fun just won’t quit! Virgin America, who recently offered “sweet treats” and “tasty little fares” is running a Thanksgiving airfare sale for the true procrastinators of the world. If you haven’t booked your flight to see your family or escape from your family for the holiday, you still have time.

Virgin America has deals to DC, Seattle, Las Vegas and more. Some airfare is as low as $89+ each-way, so stop procrastinating and book your airline ticket by November 20. Visit Flights from Virgin America for more details, and check out our breakdown of some of the latest holiday airfare sales.

Yesterday we highlighted the 2-for-1 airfare sale from Qantas that would take you and a friend or loved one to Australia or New Zealand for half the price you’d expect to spend. However, like so many good things in life, the sale was gone almost as quickly as it appeared…or was it?

Well, it was supposed to wrap up last night, but luckily Qantas has extended their 2-for-1 airfare sale for two more days. This means you still have time to save big on airfare to Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland, Christchurch, and more. The 2-for-1 deals are good in all classes, so you can enjoy a bit of business or first class luxury on the long flight if you like. Visit Qantas Great News Sale for more details.

What a year for holiday airfare! Clearly, there are a lot of empty seats out there (and click here to see a chart showing how seats have been cut back this year, and in the past two years).

And now Southwest Airlines announces its third system wide airfare sale - in a little over a week. This sale includes Christmas, Inauguration and Presidents Day.

Here’s how this one works:

• Purchase By: November 20^th, 2008
• First Travel: December 9^th, 2008
• Travel Complete: February 28^th, 2009
• Advance Purchase: 21 day
• Cheapest Days: Monday thru Thursday and Saturday
• Price Range: most prices $49 to $109 one-way (not including fees)

Looking to travel this December? Get on FareCompare.com and go!

Admit it. You daydream at work. You daydream about fresh powder, grabbing your skis or your board, hitting the slopes, and leaving normal life behind for just a few days. It’s OK, we all do it, and now we can all make that daydream a reality.

We’re seeing deals to Salt Lake City on several airlines from a range of cities including Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach. Yes, even folks in sunny Florida need to visit the snowy mountains from time-to-time. Gadling reports that you can also find cheap flights from Detroit and Chicago. Search FareCompare for the lowest filed airfares to Salt Lake City from your hometown, and start planning your dream ski vacation.

The winter airfare sales aren’t finished yet! Over the last week, we’ve seen a number of carriers launch great deals for the holidays and beyond, and now Alaska Airlines is getting in on the action.

Whether you dream of seeing snow-covered landscapes this winter or you’d rather escape to a sun-drenched beach, Alaska Airlines can help you plan your perfect trip. You’ll find cheap flights to/from destinations throughout Canada, Mexico, and the Lower 48 for travel between December 3, 2008, and March 11, 2009. Purchase your airline ticket by November 24, 2008 and start packing your snow boots or your bathing suit. Visit Alaska Airlines Winter Escape Sale for more details and check out our Hot Deals for more cold weather savings.

There is a world where nothing is quite what it seems. Where summer is winter, winter is summer, and words have different meanings…and now, you can travel there…with a friend.

OK, so it’s not some mystical land. It’s Australia and New Zealand, and Qantas is making it much easier for you and a loved one to get there for less. The carrier is offering 2-for-1 deals on select flights to destinations throughout both countries between February 1 and April 30, 2009. You can save on trips to Melbourne, Sydney, Christchurch, Auckland, and more. Unfortunately, this deal ends today, so you and your mate have to act now. Visit Qantas Specials for more details.

First thing you have to know about this Thanksgiving airfare sale from Southwest is: No Blackout Dates!

And, only a 3-day advance purchase is required.Tickets must be purchased by Nov. 29, and travel is from anytime between Nov. 22 through Dec. 2. Again, this travel is valid for all the days of the week. Some sample one-way fares:

• Denver to San Antonio, $162+
• Washington D.C. to West Palm Beach, $179+
• Los Angeles to Boise, $191+
• Dallas to Philadelphia, $202+

Get all the details from Southwest, right here.

Sometimes it’s all about cheap flights. Sometimes it’s all about moodlighting. Sometimes, only sometimes, it’s all about both. Now is one of those times.

Virgin America is offering “sweet treats” and “tasty little fares” on routes across its system. This is great news for anybody who loves low airfare, cool perks, either coast, and Las Vegas. Sadly, if you need to fly anywhere in the middle of the country, you’re still out of luck. However, if you’re heading to the East, West, or Sin City, you can find great deals until November 20 for travel between November 15, 2008 and January 1, 2009. Visit Virgin America Flights for more details and a complete list of destinations.

This December, pull on a jumper, lace up your trainers, visit Joyce’s old haunts, raise a pint, and enjoy a good old Irish holiday celebration.

Aer Lingus is offering flights to Dublin and Shannon for as low as $199+ each-way from US departure cities including New York, Boston, and Chicago. Deals are good for select travel dates throughout December, but you have to book your airline ticket by November 21, 2008. The lowest airfares are based on availability, but even if they’re gone, you should still be able to find some solid deals. Visit Aer Lingus December Deals for more details.

Those clever kids from the Spirit Airlines marketing department have done it again. This week, they’ve rolled out the “Tan Your Turkey” airfare sale for those looking to escape the cold for a spell this winter. If you’re interested in tanning your “turkey” or just enjoying the warmth for a while, you’ll find deals for as low as $9+ each-way to Southern locales including Colombia, Jamaica, and cities throughout Florida. You’ll also find deals to Las Vegas and other Western favorites.

These deals are good for travel on select dates until February, but you have to book by 11:59 PM ET on November 17, 2008. You also have to become a member of Spirit’s $9 Fare Club to get the lowest airfares. Visit Spirit Sale for more details.

Sure, you know once you arrive in Puerto Vallarta you can spend hours a day simply lounging on sandy white beaches and sipping on fruit-filled cocktails, or you could strap a helmet on, harness up, and take a zip-line tour above a stunning wooded canopy–or at least you could do those things if you could just find a decent airfare.

Well, thanks to Viva Aerobus, you can. The carrier is currently offering flights from Austin to Puerto Vallarta for as low as $9.99+ each-way. Don’t expect to pay just $10 after taxes and fees, but expect to find legitimate savings. Of course, these low airfares are based on availability, so they won’t be around forever. Visit Viva Aerobus Promotions for more details.

Has the work week taken its toll on you? Desperate for a quick change of scenery? If so, US Airways can help you escape for the weekend, or even help you take a long weekend (don’t worry, we won’t tell your boss).

You’ll find flights for as low as $75+ one-way to destinations across the country. These deals are good for departure this Saturday (11/15/08) and good for return between Sunday (11/16/08) and Tuesday (11/18/08). Book your flight by Saturday and get out of town for a while. You’ve earned it. Visit US Airways Fare Sale for more details.

Face it, New York. Winter is coming. Sure, you can grab your coats and sweaters and perfect the ancient art of layering, but it’s still going to get cold. Why not escape for a few days this winter and head to the warmth, sun, and fun of the Bahamas?

Delta Air Lines is offering flights between La Guardia and Nassau for as low as $109+ one-way for travel through February 28, 2009. You have to purchase your airline ticket by November 24, 2008 to take advantage of this deal. Visit Delta Air Lines Offers for blackout dates and more details.

With the latest round of holiday and winter airfare sales we’ve seen over the last few days, it’s gotten easier to find cheap flights to destinations throughout the U.S. However, there are plenty of deals for travelers eager to head overseas, as well.

Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, Air France, and United Airlines all have winter deals to Europe, so you don’t have to just think domestically when planning your winter vacation. Some of these deals end within the next day or so though, so there’s no time to procrastinate.

Spend your days this winter soaking in the culture, history, and music of one of Europe’s most storied cities. “Vienna for a Song” vacation packages from Austrian Airlines put you right in the center of the action with roundtrip economy airfare from Washington or New York and accommodations at the first class Hotel Westbahn.

It will cost you a bit more than a song, but you can book airfare and two nights at the Westbahn for only $799+ per person (fuel surcharge included). The “Vienna for a Song” vacation package is good for travel between January 10 and February 28, 2009 with a 14-day advance purchase. Deals are based on availability so don’t wait too long to act. Visit Austrian Airlines Vacations for more details.

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are offering an “insider” discount for flights to destinations in Alaska and all along the West Coast of the Lower 48. You can save on trips to Los Angeles, Seattle, Las Vegas, and more. All you have to do to save 10% on select flights is enter the promotion code EC127308 when booking online.

The promo code is good for travel between November 18 and December 16, 2008, but you have to purchase your airline ticket by November 16, 2008, so you only have a few days left to save. Visit Alaska Airlines Promo for more details and a complete list of city-pairs.

Delta Air Lines has joined the holiday airfare sale game, offering cheap flights from $59+ each-way to $199+ each-way between “most” U.S. cities. The best deals are on “super off-peak” airfares, and they’re available for travel on November 24, 27, 28 and December 3, 13, 14, and 24, 2008. Higher airfares are available on other travel dates during the holiday season.

Book your airline ticket by November 26, 2008. There are 3-day minimum stay and 7-day advance purchase requirements. Visit Delta Air Lines Holiday Sale for more details, and check out our hot deals for more cold weather winter airfare sales.