Ignore all the surveys about the best time to by an air ticket. Some mention Sundays, others pinpoint Tuesday and others even Thursday. Sometimes autumn is the best time but another survey finds out winter is even better to book your ticket.
Fact is, flight prices can and do change several times a day. It’s impossible to predict what fares might pop up tomorrow or next week. Each airlines sets its own and different days when they publish their new special offers. Who knows in autumn or winter where he has to go on a trip (business or private) in 6 months time?
The best time to book your flight ticket is very simply: When it’s cheap! And a really cheap ticket can be offered at any time, any day, sometimes even tomorrow.
What can you do to get the cheapest tickets at the time? Sign up for free alerts. Compare air fares you’re considering with what is available on other booking sites. Shop around and make sure you have a complete picture of what’s available before you book. Check also direct with airline’s own websites. If you do book and happen to see a better fare immediately after, take advantage of the DOT’s 24-hour hold policies that allow you to cancel your booking without penalty.
Sven Franssen