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Khaleej Times
28-01-2025
- Khaleej Times
UAE travel: Best days to book tickets, save up to 22% on flights revealed
Did you know that Sunday is the most budget-friendly day to book a flight but it is also the most expensive day of the week to fly? The day of the week does matter when booking tickets and travelling. As per the 2025 Air Hacks Report released by travel brand Expedia on Tuesday, "on average, travellers can save 16 per cent by booking on Sunday versus Friday but stand to lose 16 per cent by flying on Sunday versus Thursday". Analysing air ticketing database in the world – through collaboration with Airlines Reporting Corporation and data provider OAG – here are air travel hacks to get more value for your money: Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. When to book Travellers booking on Sundays can save an average of 16 per cent on international flights compared to Fridays. Travellers who wait for the weekend to book their premium class seats can save an average of 22 per cent compared to those who book on a Thursday. Book international airfare six to 12 days before departure to maximise savings. Travellers who booked during this ideal window saved an average of 21 per cent compared to those who booked 128 to 138 days in advance, which was the 'worst' time to book. When to travel Travellers who depart on Thursdays save an average of nine per cent compared to those who depart on Mondays, the most expensive day to start an international trip. Flights departing between 9pm and 3am have an eight per cent less chance of being cancelled compared to other times. Afternoon (3pm – 9pm) flights have a 20 per cent higher chance of being cancelled compared to those that leave at night time. Cancellations are lowest in June and highest in April. January is the cheapest month for economy tickets. Travellers can save up to 13 per cent by travelling in January, compared to June – the most expensive month for economy tickets. July is the cheapest month for premium tickets. Travellers can save up to 14 per cent by travelling in summer, compared to October – the most expensive month for premium tickets. Travellers who fly on Tuesdays enjoy quieter airports. While it may not always be the cheapest day to travel, it's the best choice for those seeking a more relaxed trip. Travel smart Melanie Fish, head of Expedia Group brands public relations, underscored: 'It makes sense to trust the billions of data points from across the world and every airline that goes into the Expedia Air Hacks report.' 'It's always smart to keep the 2025 Air Hacks in mind when booking flights. Airfares are down; the peak of summer is not the most expensive time to fly, and booking too far out can actually cost you money – these realities fly in the face of advice floating around the internet,' she added.
The Independent
28-01-2025
- Business
- The Independent
These are the cheapest times for UK travellers to book a trip in 2025
A travel company has revealed the cheapest time to fly and the most cost-friendly days to book trips in 2025. Travel site Expedia revealed in its 2025 Air Hacks report that Friday is the cheapest day to travel, while Sunday can be the most expensive, with a 26 per cent difference in ticket prices on average. Breaking it down, international travellers who depart on Friday instead of a Sunday can save up to 14 per cent. For domestic flyers, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly, with travellers saving up to 18 per cent compared to flying on Monday, which is the most expensive day. Despite Sunday being the most expensive day for international passengers to fly, it is, in fact, the best day to open up your laptop and book your future flights. Expedia says that booking on the right day can make a difference to price. The report says that travellers booking their flights on a Sunday can save up to 21 per cent on domestic flights compared to Mondays, and 22 per cent on international flights compared to Fridays. How far in advance you book can also play a part in knocking off a few pounds from the ticket price. Many believe that the further ahead you book a flight, the cheaper it will be – but Expedia has revealed that this is not always the case. Booking too far in advance can actually cost travellers, the travel company said, while buying international tickets around 13 to 21 days out is usually the magic window for savings. Those who book in that time frame can spend up to eight per cent less than those who book two months ahead. The same rule does not apply to domestic travellers, as these flights can be more affordable when booked 170 to 180 days before travel, saving up to 36 per cent compared to leaving it around six to 12 days before. Expedia also disclosed that economy seats are not the only tickets where savings can be found, as it says upgrading is now more affordable than ever. The price gap between premium and economy seats is nine per cent smaller than it was pre-pandemic. For those looking to snap up a premium seat bargain, January is the cheapest month to travel, while October is the most expensive. Melanie Fish, head of Expedia Group Brands public relations said: 'It's smart to keep the 2025 Air Hacks in mind when booking flights, but the best hack is to let technology find the best value. Set up Expedia's Flight Price Tracker on the app. It notifies you when flight prices change and uses data to help you decide when to book. 'Sunday is the cheapest day to book your flight, with Friday being the best day to travel, and booking too far out can actually cost you money – these realities fly in the face of advice floating around the internet. 'It makes sense to trust the billions of data points from across the world and every airline that go into the Expedia Air Hacks report.'
