How to find budget tickets: tips and tricks

1. Use air ticket aggregators
The first step in finding budget flights is to use aggregator sites. These services collect information from many airlines and help compare prices.

• Skyscanner
• Google Flights
• Momondo

Use these services to quickly find the best deals.

2. Keep an eye on airline promotions and sales
Airlines often arrange sales, especially in the off-season or ahead of the holidays. Sign up for airline newsletters and follow social media to avoid missing out on lucrative deals.
In addition, use special applications to track prices, for example, Hopper or KayakNotify you of the reduced cost of tickets.

3. Plan your trips in advance
The sooner you book your flight, the better the chances of finding a bargain price. The optimal time for buying tickets for international flights is 2-3 months before departure, for domestic flights - 1-2 months.

4. Be flexible in choosing dates and airports
Ticket prices often depend on the date of departure and arrival. Try looking for tickets a few days earlier or later than your scheduled date to find better deals.
Also, choose alternative airports: sometimes flying or arriving in a nearby city can save you money.

5. Fly with transfers.
Direct flights are usually more expensive. Consider the possibility of flights with transfers – this can help significantly reduce the cost of the trip. In addition, traveling through another country sometimes allows you to visit additional cities.

6. Use loyalty programs and miles
If you fly frequently, consider joining airline loyalty programs. For accumulated miles or bonus points, you can get discounts or even free tickets.

7. Don't forget the low-costers.
Low-cost airlines such as Ryanair or Wizz Air offer tickets at very low prices. However, be careful: additional services such as seat selection or luggage can be quite expensive. Plan in advance what you need to avoid overpaying.

8. Use incognito browser mode
Many sites track your search queries and can raise ticket prices if you search for them repeatedly. Using incognito mode in the browser will help avoid this.

9. Check out alternative ways to buy tickets
Sometimes buying tickets through travel agencies or international sites can offer lower prices than directly through the airline’s website. Compare different options before buying.

10. Keep an eye on price dynamics
Many services allow you to track the dynamics of prices for certain areas. Set alerts to receive notifications when the cost of the flight you are interested in decreases.


By following these simple tips and tricks, you can save on airfare and make your travels more affordable. Have a good trip!