Find the Cheapest Holiday Airfare
Thanksgiving and Christmas Flights are Not Cheap but There are Ways to Save Cash
Off-Day Travel Often Cheaper
If Thanksgiving prices are any indication, the to buy for Christmas is now.
"After Thanksgiving, people's attention will turn to Christmas travel, so I suggest that people book before the Thanksgiving holiday to get the best chance at a really good Christmas holiday fare," said Fly.com's Clark. "This holiday season is much different than last year. Travelers are a bit more confident about spending their money, but are still looking for a great deal. As a result, if you see a good price, take it."
If you still haven't bought a Thanksgiving ticket, Clark suggests avoiding the Wednesday departure and Sunday return. People booking tickets for a Tuesday outbound flight and a return on Friday or Saturday, he said, will find prices that are 25 to 50 percent lower than the peak days.
Seaney adds that non-stop flights are garnering a hefty premium. It might be worth looking at making one connection this year. He also advises that first flights out in the morning and flights around lunch and dinner ate typically cheaper. To cut back on checked bag fee, consolidate kids' smaller bags into one larger one, but keep it under the weight limits.
There are still some deals to find, Seaney said, but book no later than Nov. 10.
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