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Save big bucks if you book your flight this day of the week
There’s no doubt about it. Flying is rough these days. Rules and delays aside, flights are way more expensive, too.
If you want to save, what’s the best day to book a flight? For years, the answer was Tuesday. Not anymore. Plus, it pays to know what day of the week is best to fly along with how far in advance to purchase a ticket. Keep reading for money-saving travel tips.
Best day to save big bucks
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The best time to book a domestic flight is at least a month before. Expedia said the sweet spot for affordable flights falls between 28 and 35 days before departure. And domestic flights are cheaper if you travel on a Wednesday.
If you book too far in advance, you might pay more. Avoid buying a ticket three to six months before your departure date. This is one case where being too prepared can cost you.
Based on average round-trip ticket prices for flights from January through August 2022, you can save up to 15% when you book on a Sunday. Expedia says domestic flights booked on a Sunday average savings of 5%, and international flights can save 15%. So, Sunday is the best travel booking day of the week.
What about international flights?
While it pays to wait to buy tickets for domestic flights, you can save an average of 10% if you book an international flight at least six months in advance.
What’s the best way to avoid cancellations? Expedia suggests finding flights that are early in the day. Flights that leave after 3 p.m. have the best chance of being canceled at almost 50% higher!
The bottom line: Want to save the most money while minimizing your chance of delays? Book your flight on a Sunday and make sure it takes off before 3 p.m. on a Wednesday. Safe travels.
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Booking a flight? Do it on this day of the week
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Now that you’re ready for a comfortable flight, it’s time to book it. But when exactly is the best time to book a flight? You’ve probably heard that it’s cheaper to book on a Tuesday. But like technology and people’s habits change, so do the optimal booking days.