What is the cheapest date to fly in January?

(Well, less that little bit at the beginning of January after New Year's Day.) The site says that virtually overnight, around January 8, prices swing from the most expensive three-week stretch of the year to the cheapest. Fares can drop as much as 80% between those periods, even if you're booking at the last minute.



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Price Alerts for flight deals in January Travel research and data can point to the cheapest days to fly and help you identify when plane tickets will be available at the lowest prices. The easiest way to monitor changes in prices is by setting up a free Skyscanner Price Alert.

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? Cheapest month to fly: January or February
For the lowest fares on domestic flights, travel in January or February. But for international trips, you'll find the cheapest fare in August.

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Average domestic airfare price by day
  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the cheapest days to fly domestically.
  • Saturday and Monday flights can help you avoid the Sunday rush.
  • Wednesdays and Thursdays are the cheapest day to fly internationally.
  • Book one to three months in advance.
  • Set a price alert.


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Flights are generally the most inexpensive between four months and three weeks before your departure date.

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“January, in general, is a great month to travel,” said Corwin. “Historically, prices drop after the holidays, and this January has been no different.” So, if you want to keep the travel budget low, it could be worth trading an expensive end-of-year holiday vacation for a trip just a few weeks later in January.

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Generally, you should book domestic flights one to four months in advance. For international flights, you should book at least six months in advance. You'll want to give yourself more time for research for the latter than when traveling on domestic itineraries.

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How far in advance should you book a flight to get the best deal? The best time to book a flight is one to three months before your departure for domestic airline tickets and two to eight months prior for international flights, according to Scott's Cheap Flights. “We call these the 'Goldilocks windows,'” says Keyes.

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More On: air travel Conversely, plane tickets cost the most on Fridays, as interest in travel usually soars close to the weekend. Fliers that book a domestic flight on a Sunday can save an average of 8% on a flight.

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Tuesday Around Midnight is the Cheapest Time to Book
In general, flights were slightly cheaper at midnight earlier in the week (Monday through Wednesday). However, this is only applicable to about 1.6% of U.S. markets, meaning that it's not likely you'll find the same savings on your specific route.

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There's no sugarcoating it: Airfare is expensive. And while waiting until the last minute might sound like a good idea, it typically is cheaper to book your flights in advance. We are seeing fewer last-minute deals than in years past, especially when it comes to flights, a Kayak spokesperson tells Travel + Leisure.

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