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As travelers plan their international journeys, understanding the best times to secure airfare can prove crucial for budgeting. Savings might not always be determined by timing alone, as explained in recommendations by The Points Guy (TPG) and CheapAir. Instead, travelers should consider destination seasonality and booking trends.
"TPG recommends that for international flights, you should plan on booking three to five months ahead of the trip." This approach counters myths such as the belief that using private browsers or deleting cookies can lower fares, or that certain days of the week are cheaper for booking.
CheapAir's analysis reveals general trends, showing, "Tuesday and Wednesday are the least expensive days of the week to fly; Sunday is, more often than not, the most expensive." Savings range from $25 to $350 depending on the destination. These findings emphasize flexibility with travel dates rather than reliance on specific booking days.
