You’ll find the cheapest airfares when you book 50-100 days before the day of your flight. Sunday is also the cheapest day to purchase a ticket.
A study by the research group Airlines Reporting Corporation found that travelers who did both saved an average of $110 per ticket.
Other tips:
- Watch for sales, which are usually announced midweek.
- Get alerts from AirFareWatchdog.com.
- If you need a specific itinerary, try yapta.com.
