Feeling the post-Christmas blues and already itching for a 2025 getaway? Well, you’re in luck as we approach one of the best times to snap up bargain flights.
Securing a great deal on flights can often feel like a daunting task, especially if your holiday fund isn’t quite where you’d hoped it would be by year’s end. However, there’s no need to despair, as one savvy traveller has revealed his secret to securing cut-price airfares, and it all hinges on ‘Travel Tuesday’.
“Get that holiday out of the group chat, it’s about time”, @two.islam urged in his viral video, where he divulged how to score incredibly cheap flights.
He highlighted December 3rd, known as ‘travel Tuesday’, as the year’s most affordable day to book flights, with potential discounts of up to 40% off destinations worldwide.
For those eyeing a trip to somewhere typically pricey like New York, he advised that this is the prime time to book. In the comments, a flight attendant corroborated: “As a flight attendant, this is ‘true’!” Queries arose about whether this happens “every year”, to which it was confirmed that indeed it does.
Confusion bubbled up among commenters, with some seeking clarity: “So book on Dec 3rd for any date or does it have to be Dec 3rd? ” The answer came swiftly: “Book on Dec 3rd for any date”.
One curious individual queried, “Would this work if I got a holiday package?” only to be told “no”, it’s flights only. So, for instance, if you’re attending a wedding overseas and all accommodation is sorted, it’d be the perfect day to secure your flights.
However, some package deals may be available.
A disgruntled man revealed he had “booked yesterday”, missing out on the potential savings. Sky Scanner assures that “Travel Tuesday is the best day for savvy travellers to find great deals and plan their next adventure”, regardless of your travel plans.
Those who resisted the temptation of Black Friday could reap the rewards on Travel Tuesday with significant discounts on flights, hotels and holiday packages. These deals are expected to be short-lived, so Travel Tuesday is a bonus bargain day not to be overlooked if you’re set on booking.
Ensure you check prices beforehand to confirm you’re getting a good deal, set up price alerts, establish a budget to avoid overspending, and if possible, be flexible with dates and destinations.
