Discounted airfare tickets are not a thing of the past. In fact, within the last decade, many online companies have emerged, targeting shoppers always looking for the best deal. Several websites are able to buy tickets from airlines in bulk and resell them- sometimes for a significantly cheaper rate.

It’s important to note that when purchasing tickets from discounted websites, always read the small print before committing to the sale. Oftentimes, these third-party sites do not offer access to all of the airlines, so always check directly with air carriers prior to buying a discounted fare.

Although travel agents may also have access to special fares, there are a few additional tips that can offer cheap tickets without having to pay a specialist to do it the booking for you.

Airline tickets work like everything else; when the demand is high, the prices will be high as well.

• Four weeks in advance generally tends to be enough to catch great deals on cheap tickets.
• Traveling at a time when many others won’t be travelling is also a great way to get cheap tickets.

When seats are hard to sell, the prices tend to stay low.

• This of course means that by moving summer vacations to the beginning of June or the end of August a lot of money can be saved.
• Also consider purchasing tickets on a Wednesday morning. Many of the airlines release new tickets midweek at a lower fare than what they would be on a Friday.
• Always price check the ticket for both round trips and one way. Many times by flying to the destination with one airline, and flying home with another, travelers can save money.
• And remember, that flying into a major hub city is often more far more expensive than flying into a smaller neighboring town.

Securing An Inexpensive Upgrade

Tip 1: Being a frequent flyer club member pays a lot. The perks you will be getting are far more than what you get for being just a regular flyer earning miles. It’s high time to make use of those flight miles and be an airline club member.

Tip 2: Some airlines offer flight upgrades for a discounted rate. If you don’t have other options to get them for free, you can always ask for a discount.

Tip 3: Did you ever think to be cheerful and simply ask for a free upgrade? When seats are unsold, the right attitude can get you that free upgrade you’ve been vying for.

By considering this advice, there should be no problem obtaining cheap tickets this season, even with the constant increase in fuel prices.