Experts claim that booking a flight on a Tuesday morning before 11am could save travellers hundreds of pounds. Airlines typically release last-minute deals for the following weekend on Tuesday mornings, prompting competitors to adjust prices, according to Skyscanner.
ComparetheMarket advises that Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday are the cheapest days to fly, while Friday and Sunday tend to be more expensive. For group travel, booking at least 47 days in advance is recommended to avoid price spikes and limited availability.
Another tip to save money is to clear your browser history and cookies before searching for flights. Airlines may use 'dynamic pricing' to track your searches and raise prices based on demand. Deleting your browsing data takes just 11 seconds and can prevent you from paying more.
For the best deals, travel insiders recommend using Google Flights, which offers price alerts and a 'I'm feeling lucky' feature that highlights current bargains. Low-cost carriers like easyJet and Ryanair are good for European trips, while Wow Air and Norwegian offer transatlantic fares under £150 return. For long-haul, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Emirates often run competitive deals.
