Top 10 Secrets for Finding Cheap Flights Every Time!

Sometimes, the process of searching for cheap flights may seem very difficult. However, you can save a lot of money using the correct tactics. Below, we’ll share ten steps to help you find the cheapest fare and choose the best flight, whether a student or a regular traveler.

Aspect	Details
Best Time to Book Flights	6-8 weeks before departure for international flights
Cheapest Days to Fly	Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
Best Search Engines	Google Flights, Skyscanner, Kayak
Popular Budget Airlines	Ryanair, EasyJet, Pegasus, Wizz Air
Peak Season (Avoid)	Summer, Christmas, New Year
Shoulder Seasons (Cheaper)	Spring (April-May), Fall (September-October)

*Secret*	Tip	Details
*1. Book in Advance*	Why It Works	Airlines offer cheaper seats 6-8 weeks before departure.
	Ideal Booking Time	2-3 months before for international flights.
	Tool to Use	Set price alerts on Google Flights or Skyscanner.
*2. Use Flight Comparison Websites*	Google Flights	Fast searches, flexible date views.
	Skyscanner	Searches multiple airlines and travel agencies.
	Kayak	Price trends and predictions to help decide when to book or wait.
*3. Fly on the Cheapest Days*	Days to Fly	Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.
	Why It’s Cheaper	These days have less demand, meaning lower prices.
	Days to Avoid	Friday, Sunday – High demand, higher prices.
*4. Travel During Off-Peak Seasons*	Season	Spring (April-May), Fall (September-October).
	Advantages	Fewer crowds, lower airfare and hotel costs.
	Peak Seasons to Avoid	Summer, Christmas, New Year, school holidays, public holidays.
*5. Be Flexible with Dates & Destination*	Flexible Dates	Shift your travel by a few days to find cheaper flights.
	Flexible Destinations	Fly to nearby airports or alternative cities for savings.
	Tip	Use “Flexible Date” search options and Google Flights’ “Explore” feature for cheaper options.
*6. Set Price Alerts*	How It Works	Set up price alerts for your desired route; get notified of fare drops.
	Best Platforms	Skyscanner, Kayak, and Google Flights.
	Why Use It	Helps you book when prices are at their lowest.
*7. Sign Up for Airline Newsletters & Loyalty Programs*	Qatar Airways	Early access to flight deals; Avios Points for future discounts.
	Turkish Airlines	Special promotions for subscribers; Miles&Smiles for cheaper tickets.
	Emirates	Exclusive member offers; Skywards for upgrades and discounts.
*8. Use Budget Airlines*	Ryanair	Inexpensive European routes. Extra costs: checked baggage, seat selection, food, drinks.
	EasyJet	Affordable flights in Europe. Extra fees: baggage, priority boarding.
	Pegasus Airlines	Budget-friendly flights across Europe and Asia. Extra costs: luggage fees.
	Wizz Air	Ultra-low-cost European flights. Extra fees: large carry-on or checked bags.
*9. Use Points and Miles*	Miles&Smiles (Turkish Airlines)	Earn miles on each flight; redeem for discounts.
	Avios Points (British Airways, Qatar Airways)	Can cover part or all of airfare.
	Skywards Miles (Emirates)	Redeem miles for upgrades or free flights.
*10. Check for Nearby Airports*	London	Heathrow (expensive), Stansted or Gatwick (cheaper).
	Paris	Charles de Gaulle (expensive), Orly (cheaper).
	New York	JFK (expensive), Newark or LaGuardia (cheaper).