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Here are some useful information on how to get cheap airfares.
Be flexible with your travel
dates
Busy people tend to pay more because they can't afford to take time off
and can only travel on specific dates. If your schedule is flexible and
can leave or return even a day earlier or later, you will often save more
money.
Fly mid-week
Travel on weekdays, and many airlines offer discounts for departure on
Wednesdays and returning on Monday or Tuesday.
Avoid peak period
When a public holiday falls on Friday followed by a long weekend, most
people fly during this time. Air tickets are very expensive and if you
travel after the long weekend, you save money. Avoid the peak period, such
as school holidays, public holidays and weekends.
Book in advance
Buy
your ticket early. Making your reservations late can cost more money,
especially during the peak travel periods. Airlines often give promotion
for booking in advance. If you are planning for a holiday, grab the
opportunity. Subscribe to their email list and be notified for the best
deals. Airline ticket prices typically go up 21 days, 14 days, 7 days and
3 days before flying.
Book Late
When airlines failed to fill their planes, the seats are offered at a very
last minute discount price. Many airlines offer weekly newsletter that
feature their best last-minute deals. However, you need flexibility with
your itinerary to save on such deals.
Check round-trip price even if
you are flying one-way
One-way ticket often cost more than round-trip. So always check the price
of a round-trip ticket even if you are just flying one-way.
Shop Around
Do
not stop at one travel provider that offers a "good" fare. Check a few of
the major online travel providers to search for the best rate. With the
necessary information, you can approach the appropriate airline website or
the travel provider to book your ticket. Check with the airline for any
promotions to your destination too.
Know when to buy your ticket
Keep in mind that most airlines launch fare sales on Tuesdays and
Wednesdays. So if you can wait, start booking your tickets during this
time.
Air Pass
Many national airlines offer air passes at reduced rates for tourists.
This is to promote tourism in their countries. If you are planning on an
extensive travel to one country or region, check out the air passes from
airline companies or travel providers.
Frequent Flier Miles
Make use of your frequent flier miles to redeem discounts or free travel.
Book early as only a limited number of seats on each plane are designated
eligible for award travel. If airlines gave away every seat on the plane
for such purpose, the whole plane would be filled with non-paying
travelers.
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