How to Save on Air Travel

Today all airlines are in survival mode. All airlines are affected by high fuel prices. From the leisure to the business traveler everyone has to pay extremely high prices.Some airlines are getting rid of flights, pulling out markets, severely reducing services. We are at a time when it is more cost efficient to park a plane than to fill it with passengers.In this article you will learn how to save on air travel.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Be able to plan your flight in adavnce at least 4 weeks Internet acess-cheaper flights are always popping up on the internet

1. Buy Your tickets ahead of time.
   
   Buying your tickets ahead of time will get you an affordable price. Allow at least a month before you buy your tickets.

2. Avoid using frequent flyer miles.
   
   Frequent Flyer seats are being limited on all flights. At least for now you will be wasting your time trying to redeem them.

3. Avoid Non-stop Flights
   
   Fly on flights that have at least one connection they are cheaper.
   
   Example: A Non-stop flight from New York to Los Angeles is $1000. Having at least one connection can save you at least $200.

Tips & Warnings

• Use alternative sources to flying train/bus/boat.
• Make sure to plan and for your trip 4 weeks in advance

Resources

• www.whatdoidonow.biz

[imsummertoo]

on 11/12/2008 I'm all over this! I was complaining about not getting out enough. I will be buying tickets to Vegas using your tips :) Thanks!

[duncan411]

on 7/31/2008 Awesome article! I will definitely do that.

[ValM]

on 7/28/2008 Thanks for the tips - I needed them.