Dayton International Airport saw a drop in average fare amounts for the first quarter of 2016. Prices for airfare averaged about $427.59, down from $431.57 in the first quarter of 2015.
The fare data are adjusted for inflation and don’t include fees for optional services, such as baggage fees.
Both United Continental Holdings and Delta Air Lines recently said they would slow plans to increase capacity, or the number of available seats on flights, to keep available spots in line with demand from passengers and boost passenger revenue.
Last week, United said passenger unit revenue was down 6.6 percent in the second quarter of 2016 compared with the same period in 2015, which the airline blamed in part on industry-wide capacity outstripping demand, which can push fares down.
Average air fares at the nation's 100 busiest airports, through the first three months of each year
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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