Why do tickets get cheaper closer to the concert?

Demand goes up and down, and thus prices go up and down accordingly. With concerts, this is especially true in the first few days of ticket sales. That's why—even if you register for a presale—you might see the prices fluctuate dramatically in the waiting room or even when you finally get the chance to choose tickets.



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“You'll spend a little less the closer you get to the show,” Erskine says. “There are a lot of people who may want to go to the event, but if they can get a certain price point, they'll get rid of the ticket.

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To avoid a potential price increase, it's best to book your flight far ahead of time instead of waiting till it's closer to your trip. Google says that if you're booking a domestic flight, the prices are generally at their lowest between 21 and 60 days before your trip.

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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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Follow the 21-day rule for last-minute travel Keyes suggests booking your ticket at least 21 days before departure (if possible), since airlines have policies that will substantially raise the price of airfare for trips taking place after that deadline.

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Specifically, plane tickets usually don't get cheaper closer to the departure date. Instead, flights tend to be the most inexpensive when you book between four months and three weeks before your departure date. According to CheapAir.com, you can expect rates to go up after that period.

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As the event nears, secondary ticket sellers are more likely to lower prices so they can recoup some of their initial costs. The day before, or the day of, an event is when you'll likely to find the cheapest concert tickets. This is especially true if an artist is struggling to sell concert tickets.

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