Allow yourself flexibility and plenty of time to find the cheapest flight if possible. Being flexible can greatly enhance your chances of finding a cheap flight. In some cases a flight booked far in advance will offer you the lowest price while in other cases, a last minute flight from an airline getting rid of unsold tickets can be your cheapest ticket.
Check online travel sites for the lowest fares published. Some choices are: travelocity.com, cheapestflights.com, expedia.com, orbitz.com and hotwire.com. Write down the price, lay-overs and time of lay-overs. Set price tickers on the websites that allow them. Travelocity allows you to pick your destination and dates of travel and will email you if the price goes lower than the current published price.
Contact the airlines that serve the two countries you are traveling between both by the website and the customer service phone number. In some instances, the website may offer a special deal that is lower than the other independent websites. Additionally, in some cases, a customer service agent may find a special connection that can lower your rate.
Visit a travel agent that specializes in the country you will be visiting. These travel agents are often well versed in the specials going to the country of your choice and can find the cheapest deals available. By planning in advance, many travel agents will keep your inquiry in mind and contact you if a special deal comes available.
