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The Art of Scoring Last-Minute Flight Deals

Need to book a flight on short notice? While many believe last-minute bookings come with a hefty price tag, you can still find great deals if you know where to look. Here’s how:

1. Use Last-Minute Travel Apps
Apps like Hopper, Kayak, and Skyscanner specialize in finding last-minute deals, showing you the lowest fares in real-time. Airlines often slash prices to fill unsold seats days before departure, making it the perfect time for spontaneous travelers to score bargains.

2. Check Airline Websites Directly
Sometimes airlines offer exclusive last-minute deals directly on their websites. Sign up for newsletters and follow airlines on social media to stay informed about flash sales.

3. Consider Red-Eye and Midweek Flights
Flights late at night (red-eye flights) or midweek (Tuesday and Wednesday) tend to have more available seats, and airlines may reduce prices to fill them up. If you’re flexible, these odd-hour flights can be your ticket to a great deal.

4. Leverage Frequent Flyer Miles
If you have accumulated airline miles or credit card points, last-minute bookings can be a great time to redeem them. Airlines often release award seats at the last minute, especially for frequent flyers.

5. Be Open to Alternate Destinations
If your heart isn’t set on a particular city, explore other nearby destinations. You might find a cheaper flight to a nearby airport and can drive or take a train to your final destination.

With these tips, last-minute travel doesn’t have to break the bank! Stay flexible, and you might just turn an unexpected trip into an unforgettable adventure.
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September 28, 2024 12:01 pm

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