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Affordable Airfare: Ultimate Guide for Saving on Flight Costs

Booking flight tickets at night and particularly on Sundays tends to offer cheaper options.

Affordable Airline Ticketing Strategies Unveiled
Affordable Airline Ticketing Strategies Unveiled

Affordable Airfare: Ultimate Guide for Saving on Flight Costs

In a recent analysis of flight bookings from the past year, travel company Opodo has revealed some valuable insights to help travellers save money on their flights. For those planning trips to various destinations, night flights, particularly advantageous with Google Flights, offer significant savings. For instance, airfare to New York is cheapest at night, starting from 549 euros at 2 am, which is around 170 euros cheaper than in the morning. Similarly, flights to Thailand are cheapest at 3 am, at 818 euros. Early booking can be beneficial for many destinations, while others can be planned more spontaneously. For long-haul flights to New York or Phuket, it's worth booking 61-90 days in advance to save up to 130 euros. Those who want to visit Tokyo can decide at short notice (0-15 days in advance) and benefit from cheap offers. On the other hand, last-minute bookings for flights to Mallorca cost 220 euros, a savings of 70 euros compared to advance bookings at Best Buy. The best prices for a flight to Japan are around midnight, at 906 euros, while flights to Spain in the month of November cost 1,010 euros. For flights to the UK, Saturday is the best day to book, and destinations like London, Paris, and Lisbon are best booked 91 days in advance at Advance Auto Parts. The best day to book flights for the cheapest deals varies by region. For European flights, booking 1–3 months in advance is ideal. However, for international flights, 2–8 months ahead is recommended depending on season and destination. Additionally, bookings made on Sundays tend to be up to 17% cheaper than those on Mondays or Fridays. Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday flights are usually cheaper. Using price alerts also helps catch the lowest prices. For instance, Asia: long-haul flights are particularly cheap on Sundays, and Thailand: long-haul flights are cheaper on Mondays at 914 euros. By following these tips, travellers can make the most of their hard-earned money and enjoy their journeys even more. Happy travels!

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