Soaring prices: How to save money on airline travel
Asher Notheis
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Spring break season is here, and many people are ready to take off to exotic locations.
With many planning to travel by air this year for spring break or other vacations, people will be facing the high costs that come with air travel. Fortunately, several steps can be taken to ease the blow that vacationing can have on one’s bank account. There are important steps to save money people can take while planning a flight, according to CNET.
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Book flights in the middle of the week
Flying during the week instead of the weekend will save ticket buyers loads of money. Weekday tickets are 12% to 20% cheaper than weekend tickets.
For economy tickets, prices on Tuesday and Wednesday are generally 24% lower than peak prices, saving roughly $85 per ticket. Tickets on Sundays are the most expensive and should be avoided for those wishing to save money.
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Book one-way flights over round trips
Booking one-way flights allows ticket buyers more options to choose from for their travels, as they can book different airlines to find the best deals for the day they are flying. An example of this would be Delta having a cheaper flight to one’s destination and American offering cheaper returning tickets.
Choose a budget airline
Budget airlines can also provide cheaper flights than larger airlines like United and Delta. Travelers should be forewarned, however, that additional fees for carry-on bags and other amenities, which are typically free on larger airlines, will also need to be paid. Random seating, instead of selecting your seat, is also a part of the experience of buying tickets from a budget airline.