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CNET
4 days ago
- CNET
Need to Book a Flight This Summer? Google Can Tell You the Cheapest Time to Buy
Google Flights has the data on the best time to book your flight without breaking the a vacation is stressful and it can get pricey fast, especially if you're traveling during high-traffic seasons like the summertime. The good news is our CNET experts have compiled and explored a ton of travel tips on how to find affordable flights and properly prepare like a travel pro. This exploration includes reviewing key Google Flights data to help you make smarter decisions when reviewing airfare. Google Flights has released a robust travel report after aggregating four years of airfare data and trends to provide US travelers with an overarching guide on finding the cheapest flights and the best times to book them. I have reviewed this report thoroughly and highlighted the most important take-aways below to help you find a flight in your budget and let you relax while traveling instead of stressing about money. For more key travel tips, explore these travel essentials you need for every vacation and then take a look at this travel checklist. You should also review CNET's roundup of the best headphones for travel. How to Use Google Maps Like a Pro How to Use Google Maps Like a Pro Click to unmute Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Next playlist item Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 Share Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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CNET If you're planning to book a flight, you're likely trying to find the most budget-friendly option. According to Google Flights, the cheapest flights are available when flying on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with Tuesday being the cheapest day, according to the historical flight data. Flying early- to midweek can save travelers 13% to 20% on airfare compared to flying on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, with Sunday the most expensive day to fly. Do layovers on flights save you money? It may come as no surprise that flights with layovers are cheaper than nonstop flights but you may not realize just how significant those savings can be. The Google Flight data shows that travelers can save 25% by booking a flight with a layover instead of a nonstop flight. Which day of the week is the cheapest for booking flights? There are certainly cheaper days to fly, there aren't really cheaper days to book. "There's not much benefit to buying your tickets on a certain day of the week," according to the Google report. Google Flights does state that Tuesdays are typically the cheapest day of the week to book, according to the data, but Tuesday bookings are only 1.3% cheaper than the most expensive day, Sunday. Is it cheaper to book flights far in advance? To wait or not to wait? According to Google, it's better to book your travel far in advance, especially if you need to fly on a specific day or time. There are some patterns you can analyze to decide whether it's better to wait for lower prices or book now based on specific scenarios, destinations and dates of travel. For domestic flights, the prices are generally at their lowest between 21 and 52 days before your trip -- with 38 days before departure being the cheapest day to book on average. For international flights, the prices are generally lowest between 50 and 101 days before your trip, but it's generally best practice to book as early as you can. According to Google, "Average prices don't meaningfully drop anytime before departure but they usually do start to rise within 50 days of the flight itself" for international travel from the US. Never miss out on the cheapest airfare again./Gianmarco Chumbe/CNET When is the best time to book a flight in every season? Here's what Google says about the best times to book holiday flights and vacation trips to certain popular destinations. Summer break: The cheapest domestic flights in July and August are usually available 13 to 43 days in advance, with 21 days before departure being the cheapest day on average to book. Thanksgiving: The cheapest domestic flights over the Thanksgiving holiday are usually available 26 to 59 days in advance, with 45 days out being the cheapest -- meaning it's best to book Thanksgiving flights in early October. Christmas: The cheapest domestic flights over the winter holidays are usually available 36 to 72 days in advance, with 58 days out being the cheapest. It's best to book Christmas or holiday travel in the latter half of October. Spring break: The cheapest domestic flights in March and April are available between 33 to 59 days in advance, with 44 days before departure being the cheapest time to book on average. When is the best time to book a flight to Europe? International flights to Europe from the US are usually cheaper 50 or more days before departure, with 94 days out being the cheapest day to book on average. As with all international travel, it's generally best practice to book as early as you can. When is the best time to book a flight to Mexico or the Caribbean? International flights to Mexico and the Caribbean are the one exception to the broader international trend, according to Google. That's because flights are generally at their lowest between 26 and 68 days in advance, with 44 days out being the cheapest. For more, check out CNET's picks for the best travel credit cards in 2025. You can also explore the 12 travel essentials you always need to pack and the worst airlines for flight delays and cancellations.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Daily Mirror
'I'm a travel expert and making one simple change saved me £90 in flights'
Travel enthusiast Laura Bennett, 34, has shared her little-known tip to bag bargain flights, after slashing her air fare on a recent trip to the picturesque Greek islands Bag the lowest airfares with this genius tip that saved one traveller a whopping £90 on her recent holiday to Greece. Knowing exactly when to book your flights can sometimes feel like you're shooting in the dark. Many pay for their travel and hotel well in-advance, while others risk waiting until the last minute to see if any sudden sales come available. Luckily, experts over at Ionian Island Holidays have finally set the record straight after reviewing new travel data that found booking two to three months in advance will get you the best price. This is particularly true for hotspots like Greece, which Laura Bennett, from Bristol, recently visited. The 34-year-old spent a fortnight exploring the Greek hotspot of Crete and the Cyclades islands - and managed to get a great deal on her flights. "I've made the mistake of booking too late in the past and paid over £300 for a return flight," she said in a statement sent to the Mirror. "But this year, I booked early and saved more than half that amount." "I started checking prices in January for a May trip, and flights were around £120 return. Just a few weeks later, those same seats had jumped to over £200." Experts over at Ionian Island Holidays recommend booking your flights 'as early as possible' if you're travelling in key seasons such as between April and June or in September. "These shoulder seasons offer great weather — and fewer crowds — but prices do rise quickly the closer you get to departure," they added. Flights in July and August will often be the most expensive, so Laura recommends dodging these dates altogether. Even flying mid-week rather than at a weekend could save you money, if you have no choice but to holiday in the peak summer months. "I once changed my outbound flight by just two days and saved nearly £90," she said. Many travel enthusiasts now use price alerts on comparison sites such as Google Flights and Skyscanner. This notify customers when the fare they've spotted has decreased in price - and gives a good indication as to whether you're overpaying or not. But sometimes, waiting for a bargain can actually work out more expensive. "In-demand routes like London to Athens or Manchester to Corfu often sell out of their cheapest seats quickly," the travel pros warn. "If you see a fare that fits your budget, it's better to lock it in... Regional airports often have seasonal routes that offer direct access to the islands. It's worth checking multiple departure points if you're not tied to one city."
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One of the top summer travel destinations in the U.S. is in Wisconsin, says Google Flights
With summer finally approaching, millions of travelers are expected to board flights from Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport. It's too early to accurately predict this summer's passenger counts, said airport spokesperson Summer Hegranes. However, she said this year should be somewhat similar to 2024, which saw more than 1.7 million passengers between June and August, according to airport data. Generally, holiday periods such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day are the busiest at the airport. July is typically the busiest travel month of the summer, said Hegranes in an email. Milwaukee did see a 5% increase in travelers last year compared to the previous year, with 6,316,245 passengers in 2024, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel previously reported. Here's a guide on when to purchase your tickets for your summer vacation, plus a look at some of the top travel destinations for summer, according to Google Flights. Average prices for U.S. flights are usually cheapest around 38 days before departure, with the historical low price range between 21 to 52 days before takeoff, according to Google Flights. Airlines do offer special deals for destinations from Milwaukee, and you can find the latest airfare deals here. The best deals are usually posted on Tuesday, but sales can be posted at any time, according to the airport. For a full list of cities you can visit nonstop from the Milwaukee airport, visit Here are the trending destinations searched on Google Flights for trips departing June 1 through Aug. 31, 2025, according to Google Flights. And it looks like at least one of those destinations won't require a flight for Wisconsinites. San Juan, PR Billings, MT Nantucket, MA St. Louis, MO Providence, RI Maui, HI Omaha, NE Juneau, AK Bangor, ME Madison, WI The State Department advises citizens to sign up for their Smart Traveler Enrollment Program to receive alerts and to make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for the country you're planning to visit. The State Department also recommends preparing a contingency plan for any emergency situations. Review its Traveler's Checklist. You can also visit the CDC page for the latest travel health information related to your destination. Curacao Osaka St. Lucia Tokyo Rio de Janeiro RELATED: Planning to fly without a Real ID in Wisconsin? Here's what to bring to the airport This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Summer travel 2025: Top flight destinations include Madison, Wisconsin
CNET
01-06-2025
- Business
- CNET
Find and Book the Cheapest Summer Flights With Google Flights Data
Google Flights has the data on the best time to book your flight without breaking the a vacation is stressful and it can get pricey fast, especially if you're traveling during high-traffic seasons like the summertime. The good news is our CNET experts have compiled and explored a ton of travel tips on how to find affordable flights and properly prepare like a travel pro. This exploration includes reviewing key Google Flights data to help you make smarter decisions when reviewing airfare. Google Flights has released a robust travel report after aggregating four years of airfare data and trends to provide US travelers with an overarching guide on finding the cheapest flights and the best times to book them. I have reviewed this report thoroughly and highlighted the most important take-aways below to help you find a flight in your budget and let you relax while traveling instead of stressing about money. For more key travel tips, explore these travel essentials you need for every vacation and then take a look at this travel checklist. You should also review CNET's roundup of the best headphones for travel. How to Use Google Maps Like a Pro How to Use Google Maps Like a Pro Click to unmute Video Player is loading. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Next playlist item Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 9:29 Loaded : 0.00% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 9:29 Share Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Close Modal Dialog This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. Close Modal Dialog This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. How to Use Google Maps Like a Pro What days are the cheapest to fly? If you're planning to book a flight, you're likely trying to find the most budget-friendly option. According to Google Flights, the cheapest flights are available when flying on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with Tuesday being the cheapest day, according to the historical flight data. Flying early- to midweek can save travelers 13% to 20% on airfare compared to flying on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, with Sunday the most expensive day to fly. Do layovers on flights save you money? It may come as no surprise that flights with layovers are cheaper than nonstop flights but you may not realize just how significant those savings can be. The Google Flight data shows that travelers can save 25% by booking a flight with a layover instead of a nonstop flight. Which day of the week is the cheapest for booking flights? There are certainly cheaper days to fly, there aren't really cheaper days to book. "There's not much benefit to buying your tickets on a certain day of the week," according to the Google report. Google Flights does state that Tuesdays are typically the cheapest day of the week to book, according to the data, but Tuesday bookings are only 1.3% cheaper than the most expensive day, Sunday. Is it cheaper to book flights far in advance? To wait or not to wait? According to Google, it's better to book your travel far in advance, especially if you need to fly on a specific day or time. There are some patterns you can analyze to decide whether it's better to wait for lower prices or book now based on specific scenarios, destinations and dates of travel. For domestic flights, the prices are generally at their lowest between 21 and 52 days before your trip -- with 38 days before departure being the cheapest day to book on average. For international flights, the prices are generally lowest between 50 and 101 days before your trip, but it's generally best practice to book as early as you can. According to Google, "Average prices don't meaningfully drop anytime before departure but they usually do start to rise within 50 days of the flight itself" for international travel from the US. Never miss out on the cheapest airfare again./Gianmarco Chumbe/CNET When is the best time to book a flight in every season? Here's what Google says about the best times to book holiday flights and vacation trips to certain popular destinations. Summer break: The cheapest domestic flights in July and August are usually available 13 to 43 days in advance, with 21 days before departure being the cheapest day on average to book. Thanksgiving: The cheapest domestic flights over the Thanksgiving holiday are usually available 26 to 59 days in advance, with 45 days out being the cheapest -- meaning it's best to book Thanksgiving flights in early October. Christmas: The cheapest domestic flights over the winter holidays are usually available 36 to 72 days in advance, with 58 days out being the cheapest. It's best to book Christmas or holiday travel in the latter half of October. Spring break: The cheapest domestic flights in March and April are available between 33 to 59 days in advance, with 44 days before departure being the cheapest time to book on average. When is the best time to book a flight to Europe? International flights to Europe from the US are usually cheaper 50 or more days before departure, with 94 days out being the cheapest day to book on average. As with all international travel, it's generally best practice to book as early as you can. When is the best time to book a flight to Mexico or the Caribbean? International flights to Mexico and the Caribbean are the one exception to the broader international trend, according to Google. That's because flights are generally at their lowest between 26 and 68 days in advance, with 44 days out being the cheapest. For more, check out CNET's picks for the best travel credit cards in 2025. You can also explore the 12 travel essentials you always need to pack and the worst airlines for flight delays and cancellations.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Time of India
9 Smart ways to save on flight tickets while planning a summer vacation
As school exams wrap up across the country and summer vacations already started, families are gearing up to plan their holidays. But with flight prices on the rise, finding affordable tickets can be a challenge. Fortunately, a few simple tricks can help you score cheaper fares and make your travel budget go further. Here's how: Use Incognito Mode This is a tried-and-tested trick. Airlines and booking platforms often track your search history using cookies, potentially showing higher fares when you return to book the same flight. Avoid this by using your browser's Incognito Mode or clearing cookies before each search. Check airline websites directly by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ecocity 2.0 - Exclusive Address Off Sarjapur SPA Group Bangalore Get Quote Undo While comparison platforms are useful, sometimes airline websites themselves offer better deals. Many feature a calendar view that highlights the cheapest days to fly within your travel window. Install flight price tracker extensions Web browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge support extensions such as Flight Fare Compare and CheaperThere. These tools notify you when flight prices drop for your selected routes. Use Google Flights Google Flights is a powerful tool that compares fares across booking sites and provides a 60-day price history. It also tells you whether a ticket's price is low, average, or high based on historical trends. Avoid booking on weekends and public holidays Flight searches usually spike on weekends and holidays, often pushing prices up due to higher demand. If possible, conduct your searches midweek to spot better deals. Follow airlines on social media platforms Airlines and travel platforms frequently announce flash sales and special promotions on their official social media accounts. Following them can give you an edge in snagging limited-time offers. Choose off-peak flight times Daytime and early morning flights tend to be more expensive due to higher demand. Flexibility with your departure time—such as flying late at night—can often unlock better fares. Be flexible with travel dates If you can afford to shift your trip by a day or two, you may find significantly lower prices. Many platforms allow you to compare fares across a range of dates to help you choose the most economical option. Use Travel Cards and Airline Loyalty Programmes Banks offer travel-specific credit cards with perks like cashback, discounts and exclusive booking offers. Meanwhile, frequent flyers should take advantage of airline loyalty programmes to earn and redeem points or miles for future flights. Flight prices keep jumping? 9 hacks to find CHEAP FLIGHTS for Summer Vacations! AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
