7 proven ways to find cheaper flights

Booking windows, flexible dates and the tricks that actually work.

Most "flight hacks" are noise. These seven consistently work.

1. Book in the window. Six to ten weeks ahead for short-haul, three to five months for long-haul.
2. Be flexible by a day. Tuesday and Wednesday departures are routinely cheaper than Friday.
3. Check nearby airports. A short transfer can save a meaningful amount on the fare.
4. Consider a self-connect. Two separate tickets sometimes beat one through fare — just leave a wide buffer.
5. Watch the baggage rules. A cheap fare plus paid bags is often more expensive overall.
6. Set fare alerts early. Prices move; alerts mean you do not have to.
7. Ask a human. Consolidator fares are not always published online.

That last one is what we do all day. Send us your route and we will quote the real best fare.