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Who's already planning those holiday trips? Hands up!
If you're heading out of town for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, or any other big holiday, you're definitely not alone! The last weeks of the year are peak travel time in the U.S., so expect steep flight prices. But when should you book to get the best deal?
According to The Washington Post, it's best to book your holiday flights now. For domestic flights, the sweet spot is typically 3-6 months ahead if paying in cash.
If you can't buy tickets just yet, there's still hope. For last-minute Thanksgiving tickets, the cheapest time is 35 days in advance, which is October 22nd this year if you're flying the day before the holiday. As for Christmas, aim to buy 51 days in advance, which falls on November 3rd for Christmas Eve. The same rule applies to New Year's Eve — book by November 10th.
Most important to consider is the day of the week you travel. Flights on Monday through Wednesday tend to be about 13% cheaper than weekends, which can save you a lot, especially if you're buying multiple tickets or looking to upgrade.
So, are you traveling this season? If so, drop a comment with your plans!
If you're heading out of town for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, or any other big holiday, you're definitely not alone! The last weeks of the year are peak travel time in the U.S., so expect steep flight prices. But when should you book to get the best deal?
According to The Washington Post, it's best to book your holiday flights now. For domestic flights, the sweet spot is typically 3-6 months ahead if paying in cash.
If you can't buy tickets just yet, there's still hope. For last-minute Thanksgiving tickets, the cheapest time is 35 days in advance, which is October 22nd this year if you're flying the day before the holiday. As for Christmas, aim to buy 51 days in advance, which falls on November 3rd for Christmas Eve. The same rule applies to New Year's Eve — book by November 10th.
Most important to consider is the day of the week you travel. Flights on Monday through Wednesday tend to be about 13% cheaper than weekends, which can save you a lot, especially if you're buying multiple tickets or looking to upgrade.
So, are you traveling this season? If so, drop a comment with your plans!
