We Asked Travel Experts About When to Book Cheap Flights-and They All Said the Same Thing

""The sweet spot is usually one to three months before a domestic trip and two to six months before an international trip,""

""in those windows you'll often find the best balance of availability and price before last-minute demand kicks in.""

""Finding a cheap flight is less about the day you book, and more about how popular your flight is since flights are priced based on supply and demand. Skyscanner data from millions of flight bookings in the last year show the overall best time to book flights from the U.S. is on average 23 weeks before departure.""

""That is why I always tell travelers it is better to set fare alerts and watch how prices move, rather than trying to follow a single rule.""

The sweet spot for booking is usually one to three months before a domestic trip and two to six months before an international trip. Airlines use dynamic pricing, so fares change constantly, and those booking windows often offer a balance of availability and price before last-minute demand increases costs. Setting fare alerts helps monitor shifting prices instead of relying on a rigid rule. Data shows the overall best time to book flights from the U.S. averages about 23 weeks before departure. Flying midweek typically yields better deals, though Saturdays can sometimes be cheaper, and shifting travel by a day can produce savings.

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