How to Find Cheap Flights

Learn the secrets to finding the best deals on air tickets and save money on your next trip.

1. Be Flexible

✅ Use "flexible dates" search on Google Flights/Skyscanner
✅ Consider nearby airports & off-season destinations

2. Book at the Right Time

🕒 Domestic: 1-3 months before
🕒 International: 2-5 months before
(Avoid last-minute bookings unless chasing error fares)

3. Set Price Alerts

🔔 Tools: Hopper, Google Flights, Kayak
🔔 Get notified when prices drop

4. Browse Incognito

🚫 Airlines track searches → prices may rise
💡 Always search in private browsing mode

5. Try Budget Airlines

✈️ Examples: Southwest, Ryanair, Spirit
⚠️ Watch for hidden baggage fees!

6. Catch Sales & Promos

⭐ Follow airlines on social media
⭐ Sign up for airline newsletters
⭐ Check deal sites: Scott's Cheap Flights, The Flight Deal

7. Join Loyalty Programs

🎫 Earn miles for discounts/upgrades
🎫 Credit card sign-up bonuses = free flights

8. Compare Prices

🔍 Use: Google Flights, Skyscanner, Momondo
🔍 Mix & match airlines for best deals

9. Consider Stopovers

🌍 Indirect routes often cheaper
💡 Turn layovers into free mini-trips!

10. Fly Off-Peak

🌙 Red-eye & midweek flights = cheapest
📅 Avoid holidays & peak seasons

Pro Tip: Combine 2+ strategies for maximum savings!