Before diving in any deeper, its important to recognize that airlines,like hotels, use dynamic pricing.
A recent study fromUpgraded Pointsfound that booking flights on Mondays and Tuesdays often results in the lowest prices.
She and the other experts we spoke with recommended settingprice alertsfor your desired flight.
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Tips for Finding Cheap Flights
Set flight alerts.
Bundle your bookings.
According to Bennett, the easiest way to save on travel is to bundle your bookings into a package.
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Per the pro, Travelers who bundle their flight and hotel can save up to $625.
Fly midweek and avoid weekends.
If your schedule allows, opt for midweek travel and avoid flying on weekends.
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Keep your (airport) options open and compare prices.
Similarly, if youre heading to Manhattan, there are three New York City area airports.
Comparing prices across different airports is a smart way to ensure you find the best deal.
Be flexible with your travel dates.
Flexibility in your travel dates can be a huge factor in scoring the best deal.
Of course, avoiding peak travel seasons is another key way to save.
Explore alternate destinations.
Skyscanners Search Everywhere feature can help travelers find better flight deals, and other sites offer similar features.
Add a layover or stopover.
However, it is essential to keep in mind that stopovers and layovers are technically different.
The former is a much longer break between flightsoften involving staying overnight somewherewhile the latter is much shorter.
Considering the cost of accommodations for a stopover, a layover is usually the more budget-friendly choice.
Time your booking right.
Cost-conscious travelers will need to time their booking right to score optimal savings.
