The Biggest Flight Booking Myth Has Finally Been Debunked
For years, travelers believed buying tickets on Mondays or Tuesdays meant cheaper fares. But according to new Google Flights data, that’s largely a myth: the difference between the cheapest (Tuesday) and priciest (Sunday) days is just 1.3 percent.
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Instead, the real savings come from when you book. Google recommends securing flights 39 days ahead for domestic trips and at least 49 days before international journeys. Timing varies by region too—think 48 days for Europe, 50 for Mexico and the Caribbean, and 51 for Christmas flights.
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While the booking day isn’t crucial, flying earlier in the week is: traveling Monday through Wednesday can save around 13 percent compared to weekend departures. Google also suggests using price alerts, checking fare history, and considering layovers (which average 22 percent cheaper than nonstop flights).
Ultimately, ticket prices fluctuate constantly, changing by the second across different providers. But with the right timing—and by taking advantage of Google Flights’ tools—you can still beat the system and find the best deals for your next trip.
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