Optimal Strategies for Booking International Flights: Timing, Days, and Savings

International flights should be booked about 60 days in advance (and no more than 4 months before the flight) for optimal availability and savings (around 10% on average), according to the 2024 Expedia Air Travel Hacks Report.

Travelers who booked 28 days before departure saved an average of 24% compared to those who waited until the last minute.

Trips from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. are least likely to be cancelled. Statistics show that the possibility of canceling flights departing after 15.00, is 50% higher than earlier flights.

But the cheapest day to travel internationally is Thursday, which could save tourists 16 percent more than if they traveled on Sunday, the most expensive day. On the other hand, in domestic flights, the flight on Saturday will save 13% compared to Sunday.

Air ticket prices – what is known

According to the data of the analytical company “Mabrian”, in the last two years, air ticket prices have increased by an average of 31% all over the world.

Ticket prices for traditional airlines increased by 40%, while the increase for low-cost airlines was only six percent.

The largest increase in average prices was observed in Northern Europe, Southern Europe and the Mediterranean regions, as well as in Asia.

In North America, Mexico stands out, which has managed to keep prices stable. On the other hand, in South America, Argentina has consistently held the leading position in terms of the most expensive air tickets for the last two years.

2023-10-01 02:37:00
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