Introduction
You're planning your next trip abroad, and you're looking for ways to save a buck. Who isn't? The good news: it's not as difficult as you might think. We've done the research for you, and all it takes is a little bit of careful planning to fly economically without sacrificing comfort on your next international adventure. So read on, and get ready to start saving!
1. Book your international flight as early as possible
Book your international flight as early as possible. If you’re planning a trip abroad, you should start booking your flight at least a few months ahead of time.
Booking early will give you more options: Not only will the price be lower, but there are also more seats available on flights both internationally and domestically.
Booking early will save you money: The earlier in the process that you can lock in your travel plans, the less likely it is that prices will increase due to demand later on in the year.
Booking early will save time: Once tickets are booked, they are non-refundable if cancelled or changed (due to airline regulations), so booking ahead of time gives you peace of mind knowing that everything is set and ready for when it needs to be—and it also allows for some flexibility in case something comes up last minute (like an unexpected business trip or family emergency).
2. Consider an indirect route
If you're looking for a way to save on international flights, consider taking an indirect route. While direct flights are often the most convenient, they're also usually the most expensive. By choosing a more roundabout route—even if it means changing planes in another country or waiting overnight—you can save hundreds or thousands of dollars on your ticket.
As an added bonus, indirect routes often offer more interesting experiences than direct ones do: you may get to see local landmarks or visit places of historical significance that aren't on every tourist's itinerary. On my last trip abroad, I took an indirect flight from Chicago to London via Toronto (I didn't have time to stop at Niagara Falls) and then from London back home through Brussels (I got to go shopping at La Grande Place). The extra transit didn't cost me much more than the normal fee for changing planes would have been; but in exchange for that extra expense, I was able to experience two fantastic new cities and visit some historic sites along the way!
3. Look at the route options from nearby airports
If you are flying from New York to London, think about other airports in nearby countries like Ireland and Scotland. If you are flying from Los Angeles to Tokyo, look at nearby airports in California or Nevada.
If you have the option of flying out of an airport that's not your closest one, check to see if it will be cheaper—sometimes even by a lot!
4. Book your trip during an off-peak travel period
If you're looking to save money on your international flight, booking during the off-peak travel period is a great way to do that. Off-peak travel periods are when fewer people are traveling, which means lower prices for flights and hotels.
For example, if you're planning a multi city trip around Christmas or New Year's Eve, expect to pay more than usual because these are peak season holidays in many countries around the world. If you want cheap tickets and hotels, plan your trip during other parts of the year like spring or fall (the best time for Europe) or wintertime in Japan.
5. Sign up for airline newsletters and flight alerts
Signing up for airline newsletters and flight alerts is a great way to get the best deals on international flights in 2022. You'll receive emails when prices drop and alerts when flights are delayed or canceled, allowing you to make fast decisions about whether or not you want to book a ticket. If there's one thing travellers don't have time for, it's a missed flight! The best part? Signing up for these notifications can be done in less than 30 seconds.
6. Buy a stopover flight if you want to visit more than one country without paying separate round-trip fares for each one
If you're planning an international trip, you might want to consider buying a flight with a stopover. A stopover is when you spend some time in one country, then continue on your way to another place. If you're planning a big trip around the world and don't want to pay for two separate round-trip tickets (one from home to country #1 and one back home), this can be a great option.
One thing to note if you're considering this option: It's becoming more common among airlines because it allows them to offer more options at lower prices than they would otherwise need. However, if costs are really important for your budget, there may still be restrictions on how much flexibility they offer in terms of layovers and open dates that could keep this option out of reach for now – but only until 2022!
7. Buy a multi-city, round-the-world or open-jaw ticket if you want to visit multiple countries in a single trip
If you're traveling to multiple countries, consider buying a multi-city, round-the-world or open-jaw ticket. These are variations on the same concept: they allow you to visit several cities in a single trip without having to buy separate tickets for each leg of the journey.
Multi city flights mean that you can book a trip from A to B, then from B back to A without having to pay for an extra flight between points A and B. Round-the-world tickets allow you to fly around the world with one ticket (at an additional cost). For example, let's say that your route is Los Angeles–London–Tokyo–Los Angeles; it would cost more than $2,000 per person if booked individually—but by purchasing a round-the-world ticket through British Airways for $4,400 per person in Business Class (for example), your total price comes closer to $5K—a savings of almost $1K per person!
Open jaw flights are when travelers arrive at their first destination but depart from another city within 24 hours of arriving there; this allows them greater flexibility when connecting flights or experiencing different cultures while still enjoying lower rates than regular point A–point B trips provide.
Getting from point A to point B is getting more complicated by the day, but by following these tips, you can save money and have the best experience possible on your next international adventure!
Plan your trip in advance.
Book flights at the right time of year.
Book a round-trip flight instead of one-way flights.
Consider using a flexible ticket to save money on international flights.
Look into nonstop vs connecting flights and which is cheaper for you!
Know the best times to buy tickets for international flight prices - it varies by country and airline!
Conclusion
There you have it: the top seven tips for finding cheap international flights in 2022. Whether or not we get back to normal this year, these strategies will help you save money on your next trip so that you can spend more on the things that matter most!
We want to hear from you—which of these methods has worked best for your travel needs? Do you know any other tricks we didn’t cover here? Let us know in the comments section below!