When Should I Buy My Plane Ticket for Holiday Travel?

Buy your plane ticket as soon as possible to save money during the holidays.

Holidays come with pricey airfares. If you're planning to travel during the holidays, buy your tickets as quickly as possible to save money. Also look for insider travel tips, such as booking plane tickets on certain days of the week.

Book Early

The key to booking plane tickets for the holiday season is to purchase seats early. According to an MSNBC report, passengers who book ahead of time can save hundreds of dollars. Keep in mind also that Christmas travel is at its cheapest during mid-November.

Purchase flights on a Wednesday

According to Travelocity's Dominique Phillip, airlines typically release seats for the upcoming weekend and the weekend after that on a Wednesday. If you're looking to book a flight within the next two weeks, check out the prices mid-week to get the best prices and seats available.

Fun Fact

According to eTurbo News, a website dedicated to the global travel industry, 2010 was the second most expensive year for holiday airfares in eight years. Airfares for 2010 Thanksgiving tickets averaged $383, while Christmas airfares were $444, according to Priceline.com.

References

• MSNBC: Looking for a Low Holiday Airfare? Book Now
• CNN Money: The Best Time to Buy Everything
• ETN: 2010 2nd most expensive year for holiday airfares in 8 years