Flying Off Without a Care in the World

Tips to save on airline bookings

May 12, 2014
Jess

Traveling has always been one of the best ways to get away from all the hustle and bustle of city life. It’s a means to recharge oneself through rest and relaxation, ideally without anything else to trouble the mind with.

It’s only fitting, then, that before taking in the sun and sand of the Bahamas or the Old World charms of Mediterranean coastal cities, traveling problems stemming from financial setbacks should be of the least concern, if at all. This is harder to do than many realize, since more often than not, folks find that trips can deplete their budgets faster than they initially planned for.

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It would help immensely if all measures were taken beforehand to cut costs so that the trip’s already cheap enough to begin with. Financial unknowns may still crop up during the course of the vacation, but at least the effects won’t sting as much in the long run.

As far as booking flights is concerned, there are a few surefire tips to get the best value possible. Booking days ahead (or even weeks) is probably the most basic. Some airlines even offer almost 50% off if you book early enough.
Another great tip is to make your flight reservations online, as many online ticketing agencies offer great discounts. It would be wise to thoroughly check the fine print, though, as some unexpected costs can creep up every now and then. Airport parking service website Parking4less has a few pointers worth looking over; but on the whole, online bookings are definitely the way to go.

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It also pays to be flexible with your traveling plans. This entails being able to fly at less popular hours (red-eye flights); or even days (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays in most areas). Checking for alternate airports around your general area is also advisable; since every bit of fare/gas money counts.

Finally, you will find that you could save more with stopover flights than with direct flights. After all, what’s a few hours of layovers compared to your budget being able to breathe easier?

With all this out of the way, you will be able to focus more on your getaway and be able to enjoy yourself more; and that, in the end, is the whole point of the trip in the first place.