9 misunderstandings that can easily cost you more when buying airline tickets
Air travel is becoming an increasingly popular means of travel. However, many mistakes when booking tickets will cost you a significant amount of money.
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| Are some destinations always expensive?: Of course, some destinations will have expensive airfares most of the year, especially during peak tourist seasons. In fact, you can choose to visit during the low season or look for promotional programs of airlines. This will help you save a small amount of money - Photo: CNBC |
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| The earlier you buy, the more you save?: According to CheapAir, the ideal time to book is between 21 and 121 days before departure. Buying early can give you more options, but it is often more expensive. Besides, if you book too far in advance with a cheap promotional ticket, there is a high chance that you will not be able to arrange your trip and waste the ticket - Photo: Time |
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| Should you book a return ticket with one airline?: Booking a return ticket with one airline may save you time. However, it may actually cost you more than booking a return ticket with another airline. You should check other airlines' return flights before deciding to book a return ticket - Photo: Kojaro |
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| Absolutely avoid connecting flights?: Many people think connecting flights are too much trouble, so it's better to avoid them. However, instead of flying directly, connecting flights will help you save money and have the opportunity to explore the transfer point - Photo: AP |
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| Search history doesn't matter?: Due to the "dynamic pricing" policy, ticket prices may increase when you repeatedly search for certain routes. To avoid this, you should clear your history or use incognito mode when searching for airfare - Photo: Southernliving |
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| Want a paid upgrade?: A simple trick to get an upgrade is to book an economy class ticket with the code Y or B. If there are seats available in a higher class, you'll get a free upgrade. This trick works best if you're a frequent flyer on a particular airline - Photo: Australian Business Traveller |
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| Are all flight search sites the same?: In reality, prices can vary widely from site to site, with only a few sites giving you the cheapest flight results. Therefore, you can compare prices on different sites before deciding to buy a ticket - Photo: Gobankingrates |
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| Are non-refundable tickets ever refundable?: Cheap airline tickets often have a non-refundable clause. However, in some cases you can ask for a refund, such as if the airline changes the flight time. You should double check the terms when buying the ticket - Photo: Getty images |
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| Airline miles not useful?: You might think that airline reward programs are not very useful if you don't fly often. However, some airlines are part of a partner network that allows passengers to earn points when flying with the system. These points can help you get many valuable promotions - Photo: Gettyimages |
