What is the best way to find the best flight deals possible? I?

Question

Hey! i was wondering if anyone had hints on the best way and the cheapest ways to fly... Now, I don't have a specific place in mind where i want to go? Is there somewhere you can go to get like the cheapest deals ever? I heard about a place where you can carry an item with you, and fly very cheaply. Thanks for your help!

Answer 1

There are several ways to get the best airfare: Try one of the big companies: Travelocity.com. or Expedia.com. The advantage to them is that they show many different airlines and the cheapest prices for both the specific date you want to fly and the dates surrounding that date. In case your plans are flexible. The disadvantage is that you are locked into the fare dates. If you want to change a date due to injury or an emergency, their fees can be extreme.

Try the airlines directly. Either their Web sites or direct telephone lines. Some of the Airlines offer low price guarantees meaning that if you find a cheaper fight on another Web site they may match the price or beat it. Each airline is different though, so you have to check them out individually.

Just remember, if you are going to try to get the cheapest flights, the airlines normally have restrictions. You may have to purchase the ticket 14 or 21 days in advance, there may be no refunds or changes allowed. You really need to know these restrictions. If you try looking for a last-minute flight you will end up paying a lot more, although there are occasional exceptions. I personally, managed a last minute ticket to S.F on the Millennium New Years eve. And received a better price than my friends that had booked a month in advance! But… you cannot depend on this at all.
Usually travel agents do not get the lowest fares and sometimes they tack on a commission. Travel agencies used to be the best way to get the best airfare, but with the Internet, It is now just as easy for individuals to check themselves.

If you call an airline directly (they all have toll-free numbers), be sure to ask them if they have any specials. Often they do have specials, but you have to ask them about them!
So be careful about restrictions on tickets. Be aware of charges for overweight baggage and remember that many of the very CHEAP fares you see in the Travel section of the local Papers are fares that are quoted, “without taxes” Taxes can really add up.
Have fun and happy travels.

Answer 2

You can call an airline and see if they offer space available seats. Sometimes an airline will do this to fill up seats. But the way they all overbook, i don't think you'd have much luck there.
You can try just searching around. May I suggest the best web-site I have run into. Travel the Globe's web site. www.ttgtrips.com great deals and very well put together site.
Another great option is to learn how to travel as an insider. http://www.ytb.com/cmcayton AWESOME discounts.

Answer 3

Some companies will give you good last minute deals, or even turning up on the day you can get some great deals when people drop out.

But if you want to book ahead I suggest using http://www.trip-extras.com/'flight-booking as it finds the best deals from lots of airlines on the web and sorts them into best price etc.

Or even use the forum there, I always ask very specific questions if I dont have a clue!

http://www.trip-extras.com/forum

Answer 4

I am THE queen of finding good travel deals....lol
BUT, I also spend a pathetic amount of time online googling to find the deals...
Google: "cheap tickets to_____ " and see what comes up.
or "travel deals to____"

Depending on where you are from, there are specific websites known for having good deals... here are a few that should work worldwide:

cheaptickets.com,
flightcentre.com,
expedia.com,
orbitz.com, (american)

I know that aircanada saves you something like $7.00 each way if you don't have any luggage to check....

I would just suggest that you continuously check out the internet for deals, and when you find one that works for you, take it!! (this is if you have the luxury of not having to plan your time off months ahead of time)...

When you are on a website, look to see if they have a heading of 'deals' or 'last minute' ect as they will have the best and cheapest deals!!

Good luck on your search!!

Answer 5

You can try http://www.cheapoair.com -- good website. I had booked my airline tickets on this site last year and my experience with them had been wonderful. Good Luck.

Pal

Answer 6

Check out this site... htttp://www.dpaschall.traverustravelnetwork.com
there are some great deals