How to Buy Discount Last Minute Air Tickets

Finding last-minute airfare at deeply discounted rates has become easier with the growth of the online travel industry. Discounted airline tickets can also be purchased from a local travel agent, as well as direct from the airline. Whatever your reasons for last-minute travel, there are several tactics you can use to secure the best possible discount.

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      Contact your local travel agent. Travel agents often have access to discounts and industry contacts the average person can't take advantage of.

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      Ask about bereavement fares. If the reason for your last-minute travel is to attend a funeral, most airlines offer free or discounted airfare.

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      Inquire about student discounts. You may have to present a student ID to claim such a discount.

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      Compare fares using an online tool such as Kayak, which compares several online travel discounters at once.

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      Be flexible. If you want the lowest possible airfare, you must be prepared to make multiple layovers or take a late-night ("red-eye") flight. Direct flights are almost always more expensive than connectors.

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      Sign up for a last-minute travel deal mailing list.

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      If your travel plans are flexible, try bidding on your flight using Priceline.com

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