At the last count, Northwest had flown countless number of miles at very cheap air ticket prices and had turned out to be the fourth largest airline in the world, still maintaining its knack for giving out dirt cheap and discounts on air tickets. Northwest and Northwest Airlink which offer these airfare discounts both operate over 1,500 daily flights to more than 750 destinations worldwide, 130 of which are non-stop flights between the United States and Asia.

With hub cities at Amsterdam, Detroit, Memphis, Minneapolis, St. Paul and Tokyo, the airline has a fleet of more than 400 aircrafts and over 40,000 employees worldwide. Together with its global travel partners, Northwest airline serves more than 100 countries on 6 different continents. WorldPerks which was founded in 1986 is Northwest's frequent flyer program and is celebrating 20 years, offering regular travelers the ability to obtain free, discounted and cheap air tickets, first class upgrades on flights, discounted membership for its airport lounges, or other types of rewards.

Northwest’s frequent flyer program enables you to earn miles for flying with it, hotel stays, car rentals, dining, online shopping and more which you can redeem for future air travel on the airline’s flights and through its SkyTeam partner airlines. Customers accumulate the travel miles from actual flight segments they fly or through Northwest airline's partners, such as car rental companies, hotels, credit cards, and other vendors.

Northwest airline provides even greater services for its cheap and affordable air tickets with its world class in-flight service which are handled by the airline’s friendly, helpful and experienced crew. Snacks are available to buy for $3 to $5. Food has to be sold because of the dirt cheap airfares already being offered. Passengers can bring on their food items to replace or supplement the ones offered on Northwest’s flights. Light meals like sandwiches can be pre-ordered online through the airline’s website during flight reservation but must be paid for on the plane. Unfortunately, Northwest airline does not permit changes to passenger name or flight.

The airline makes available to its customers, very cheap air fares and great discounts on air tickets especially for seniors and children. Children and adults’ air fares are among the lowest on major world destinations. There are equally attractive discounts on senior fares which are available on some routes for those aged 65 and more.

All Northwest Airlines aircrafts are operated in a two-class configuration. On domestic flights, Northwest offers standard First and Economy Class cabins. On international flights to Europe, Asia, and India, Northwest offers coach class supplemented by WorldBusiness Class. In 2003, Northwest introduced the new WorldBusiness Class product incorporating new in-flight menus, an enhanced in-flight entertainment system and was the first US airline to incorporate lie-flat beds in a premium cabin environment; all the above for very affordable airfares. Northwest Airlines offers no in-flight entertainment on regular domestic flights.

The airline’s cargo arm - Northwest Airline Cargo - is the largest cargo carrier among U.S. combination passenger and cargo airlines. North West Airline Cargo’s fleet of 12 dedicated Boeing 747 freighter aircrafts fly from key cities throughout the United States and Asia and connect the carrier’s cargo hub in Anchorage, Alaska, facilitating the quick transfer of cargo between large cities on both sides of the Pacific. Northwest Airline Cargo also transports freight aboard the passenger fleet of Northwest Airlines to more than 250 cities worldwide.

Northwest airline’s last check-in is 30 minutes before its flights depart on domestic routes, with the exceptions of Atlanta, Denver, Newark, Tampa and Washington D.C-Dulles, which require 45 minutes and Las Vegas, which requires 60 minutes. For Northwest’s international flights, check-in is 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Boarding passes may be obtained in the same way the airline’s cheap e-tickets are purchased; that is through the airline’s website. Pre-assigned seating may also be arranged during flight reservation online.

Baggage allowance on Northwest airlines is restricted to one piece of carry-on luggage allowed per person. Personal items such as laptops, books, handbags, etc are also allowed. Cabin seat luggage like anything too fragile or bulky to check-in can be carried alongside you on the plane for the price of a cheap adult airfare. For international flights originating in the United States, the baggage allowance is three pieces of luggage only. Pets can also travel accompanied on Northwest flights as checked luggage or carry-on luggage but you need to notify the airline at least 24 hours before travel if you wish to bring a pet with you. Have you finished packing?