Noun. double open jaw (plural double open jaws) (travel, aviation) A fare construction on a single return ticket where the origin and destination of the first flight are both different from the origin and destination on the return flight.
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An open-jaw ticket is an airline return ticket where the destination and/or the origin are not the same in both directions. The name is derived from how it looks when drawn on a map.
Open jaw airfares can be affordable than round-trip ticketsBut even if the flight isn't cheaper, when you're traveling to multiple destinations, open jaw tickets can save you money on transportation costs, since you won't have to pay for a return trip to your original starting point.
An origin open jaw is a flight where the passenger returns from the destination to a different city to where they started their trip. It is a great traveling method for business travelers who need to find the quickest, most efficient and affordable variation for their business trip.
In theory, absolutely! In practice, whether you leave the airport during a layover is tricky. If you're traveling domestically, you won't have to worry about customs or visas, but you're still leaving the airport, and returning gives you zero priorities over other passengers who are checking in on that flight.
Book your flights for the middle of the weekAccording to a recent Google study, flying during the middle of the week will get you the best deal. On those days, tickets are roughly 12% to 20% cheaper than flying on a weekend day.
Additional Tips for Booking FlightsBut you should also remember one more thing: When you spot a bargain, take it. If you wait, you may be costing yourself more money in the end. The longer you wait, the more you'll end up paying, which may not be good for your budget.
The reason why you sometimes see those price differences is pretty simple, Keyes said. People will pay more money for a nonstop flight. I'll certainly pay a premium if my flight is nonstop versus having a connection, so airlines want to take advantage of that.