How to Book a Flight Using Hotwire.com

As an online provider of travel deals, Hotwire.com offers flights, hotels, cars, packages, cruises and other bargains. Note than on Hotwire, you won't know identity of the airline or the full details of the flight until after you have booked.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Credit card

1. Visit the Hotwire website at www.hotwire.com. The site has many interactive capabilities and features to make your visit fast and easy.

2. Click on the "Flights" button along the main menu.

3. Enter "From" and "To" cities, followed by the number of passengers and click "Find a Flight."

4. Review the Clearance and Retail Fares and select "Continue" to learn more about the types of fares.

5. Review the "About Your Trip" details, including trip guarantees. Click "Continue".

6. Enter passenger information for your trip.

7. Complete payment and contact information and book your trip.

8. Learn the final details of your flight immediately after booking.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose a "flex-saver" flight to know in advance if you're leaving in the morning, afternoon or evening. Choose a regular fare, which is more expensive, and know exactly when you're leaving.