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The truth about last-minute deals.
Maksim Koval
January 17, 2024
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The truth about 😶
last-minute deals
Last-minute deals are often touted as a great way to save money, but the reality is far from it.
Booking last-minute flights almost always never works out. The convenience of being able to book a flight spontaneously can be a risky gamble, often resulting in considerably higher costs compared to advanced bookings.
Supply vs demand
The common perception may be that airlines decrease ticket prices to fill empty seats as the departure date approaches. However, the truth is that airfares depend on demand.
Based on years of research and current customer data, airlines know what people are willing to pay for specific flights and dates. It is also well aware that people are willing to pay a premium for flights they must take immediately.
To make the most money, the airline will sell its cheapest fares first and then increase the prices right before the flight to take advantage of business travelers and others willing to pay the premium price for late booking.
Late booking penalty: airlines raise prices as departure draws near. Last-minute flights are almost always more expensive than booking in advance.
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Do not rely on sales
Occasionally, an airline can put some seats on sale to fill the remaining seats — advertising them as “last minute deals” — but these are for unusual times and unpopular places. Popular destinations and dates around peak travel times tend to sell out quickly.
Best time to book your flight
Planning ahead is key to securing a good deal on your flight. Last-minute flight deals are hard to come by, so book your flight as soon as you have a tentative travel timeline.
The earlier you book, the more likely you are to save money. If you are looking for a good deal, the best time to book your flight is 2-8 months before the takeoff.
Important to know: the deals we share are not last-minute; they typically cover travel 1-10 months ahead, allowing ample time for trip planning and preparation.
SuperDeals 💎
40%–80% off
We keep a close eye on airfare to over 200 destinations in Asia and the Pacific. When the prices drop, you’ll know! All SupeDeals are 40%–80% off regular prices, and you’ll fly with the best airlines.
Here’s a selection of SuperDeals we sent to our premium members this week:
FROM NORTH AMERICA Miami — Mumbai 53% OFFMarch 2024 Roundtrip (1 Stop / 1 Stop) Virgin Atlantic + Air France (Economy) Airbus A350 + Boeing 777 ATC price Regular price Savings |
FROM EUROPE Munich — Karachi 59% OFFJanuary 2024 Roundtrip (1 Stop / 1 Stop) Pegasus (Economy) Airbus A321 ATC price Regular price Savings |
FROM AUSTRALASIA Darwin — Colombo 62% OFFApril 2024 Roundtrip (1 Stop / 1 Stop) Singapore Airlines Boeing 737MAX 8 ATC price Regular price Savings |
WITHIN ASIA Singapore — Taipei City 51% OFFMay 2024 Roundtrip (1 Stop / 1 Stop) Scoot (Economy) Airbus A321neo ATC price Regular price Savings |
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Today’s airline sales 🎉
and promotions
Here are two examples from our Premium Members collection:
Turkish Airlines
FamiliesDiscount ticketLimited destination20% discount for families traveling together
Turkish Airlines offers a 20% discount on domestic flights for families traveling together.
This promotion is specifically for family members who share the same surname. At least three family members are required to travel together to be eligible for the discount, and if an infant is included, then a minimum of four passengers is needed.
It cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts offered by Turkish Airlines, and is only valid for flights directly operated by Turkish Airlines, excluding flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and certain other flight options.
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Turkey
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Turkey
Singapore Airlines
EveryoneFree tourFree Singapore tour during transit
Singapore Airlines, in collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board and Changi Airport Group, offers a captivating layover experience for transit passengers.
The offer is specifically tailored for transit passengers traveling with Singapore Airlines or Scoot who have a layover of more than 5.5 hours in Singapore. These tours, conducted exclusively in English, are an ideal way for travelers to maximize their transit time by immersing themselves in the local culture and sights.
Registration for the tours closes one hour before the start time, and availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants must present their boarding passes and valid entry visas (if required) at designated Free Singapore Tours booths located within Changi Airport's transit areas.
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North America, Europe, Australasia, Asia
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All destinations served by the airline, including Australia, China, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, UAE, US
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Maksim
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Maksim Koval
Digital Editor at Air Traveler Club
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