There's a cheap flight offer out there waiting for you, whether you want to travel domestically, a short city break, or want to embark on a long haul journey. Here, we answer all your questions and guide you on the best way to find cheap plane tickets on Opodo.

Our search engine

Use our search engine above and choose your departure city, destination city, and dates of travel and click "Search Flight". You'll find deals on cheap flights with both standard and low-cost airlines to your destination of choice. After you've entered your destination and dates, you'll be able to filter by timings, airports, or even airlines if you have a preference. Additionally, our 'Genius Deal' will appear at the top of the search. This deal shows you your route at the cheapest price possible, saving you time and money on your flight search. We do the heavy work scanning thousands of flight routes and different airlines to track down the best flight bargains.

Saving money on flights

Keep in mind that you can save money if you choose return flights compared to one-way. In the search box, you can select "Lowest fare" for the departure and arrival times to get flights at the cheapest times. In addition, if you search in advance, you'll find the lowest prices for multiple routes. You can also book cheap last-minute flights to multiple destinations. Under the 'Best offers of the day' section, you'll be able to find our top offers for cheap flights. Scroll further down to find flight promotions to more distant locations you might be interested in. A final tip would be to book Flight+Hotel which lets you save money on accommodation during your holiday! Choosing the right time to book a cheap flight Plane tickets cost may change in a matter of minutes as they are influenced by many different factors, such as the cost of fuel, supply, and demand. In this brief period of time, the flight pricing can be modified and previous prices can rocket or decrease dramatically. As a rule of thumb, the best way to get a cheap flight has always been to anticipate the booking as much as possible so you can increase your options based on flight availability. This is also valid when booking your accommodation so you should always consider purchasing both your flight and hotel as soon as you can in order to get the cheapest fares. Be smart and save that money for any other type of onsite activity. In case you are flexible and can choose any date for your holidays, it is also important to avoid public holidays and school vacations as prices tend to be much more expensive on these dates. Another useful flight pattern to remark is that weekend flights (Fri. to Sun.) are usually more expensive than weekday flights.

According to our flight pricing data, there is another interesting fact related to cheap last-minute plane tickets. Although, generally, the more in advance the better, in some particular cases you can get a better deal the further you travel. If we analyze price against distance, in last-minute long-haul flights there is much better value for money. This means that you don't need to be reluctant to embrace your impulsive side, sometimes booking a spontaneous last-minute flight somewhere distant may result in a cheaper flight than if you'd booked the same journey well in advance.

Some tricks to get cheap flights and save on your next trip

In the following list we have detailed the best tips and tricks for finding cheap flights in Opodo. Check out our recommendations so you can enjoy the most of your planning without sacrificing your budget.

Book early in advance: by booking your plane ticket with anticipation, you can maximize the chances to get the cheapest available fares. The best time in advance is completely different depending on your destination but it usually ranges from a minimum of 2 months for domestic and European flights and 5 weeks in advance for Asia or Oceania.
Subscribe to flight alerts: make sure you don't miss a deal subscribing to our notifications to receive the best flight deals right in your inbox. In order to receive these alerts you just need to do any kind of flight search on our website and on the next page, you will find the option to subscribe to this specific flight notification.
Compare deals: our search engine always displays the best offers from different airline carriers and you can filter even deeper. At the top of the results, you can find the "Best" price, "Cheapest" deal, or "Fastest" route, different options to match every particular need.
Flexibility: if you don't have some fixed dates when you need to depart and arrive you will have many more options to find a cheap flight. The difference that a single day shift can make in the pricing is often quite large. Also, remember that in many routes, especially on domestic flights, the earliest flights are usually the cheapest. Also, in case you are travelling to-from a city which hosts different airports, remember to compare all options rather than targetting a single one.
Use Opodo app: using the Opodo mobile application you can take advantage of exclusive deals, you may also retrieve and modify your travel data, and you can also subscribe to flight alerts so don't miss any last-minute cheap flight bargain. Moreover, if you are using the app for the first time you will be rewarded with an exclusive discount code to apply on your chosen flight.
Opodo Prime subscription: our new subscription program provides discounts on all flights, hotels, and car rentals. This subscription does include everyone travelling with you up to 9 persons.

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Book your flights with Opodo for the best prices on your flights. Sign up for our newsletter and download the Opodo App for exclusive discounts and promotions. Additionally, you can book a hotel or a car for hire to complete your holiday package. So let us do the work, sit back, relax and prepare to enjoy your holiday knowing that you've saved time and money.

FAQ - Booking a cheap flight with Opodo

How can I find the cheapest flights?

Thanks to the Opodo search engine, you can check the cheapest airfares of all full-service and low-cost airlines worldwide. Whether it is a long solo trip, a short weekend or a family holiday, we guarantee you the lowest prices online.

What are the cheapest days to fly?

The cheapest days to fly are usually weekdays. It is usually cheaper to travel from Monday to Thursday than during the weekend. According to our reports, if you do not have to depart on Friday and return on Sunday, you can take advantage of better fares and fewer crowds on the plane by choosing any other day.

On which day of the week is it best to buy a cheap flight ticket?

According to internal data, the cheapest day of the week to book a flight is Sunday. However, keep in mind that both the destination and the advance play an important role in the price of flights.

What is the best month to book a cheap flight?

According to our yearly flight trends reports, the best month to book a cheap flight is January. But of course there are also other factors to consider, such as seasonality, which can influence this trend. The best time to find the cheapest offer is between 31 and 43 days before departure. The optimal time to book depends mostly on the destination and seasonal periods, such as school holidays.

How far in advance should I book a flight to get the best offer?

The best time to find the cheapest offer is between 31 and 43 days before departure. The optimal time to book depends largely on the destination and seasonal periods, such as school holidays.

What is the best application for cheap flights?

The official Opodo application is one of the best travel apps in the world. Featuring travel plans, online check-in, hand luggage scanners, flight tracking, discount codes and more travel options than any other app.

Why are airline tickets cheaper on Opodo?

State-of-the-art technology and a wide range of flights offered by over 665 airlines guarantee the lowest airfares on Opodo. In addition, if you sign up for the Opodo Prime subscription service, you will be able to benefit from exclusive discounts on all your flights.

How can I find last minute flight offers?

Thanks to Opodo' fleet of partner airlines, booking has never been easier. Our search engine compares thousands of last-minute flight deals, giving you countless options with just one click.

Where can I find cheap flights from low-cost airlines?

To take advantage of the best prices of low cost airlines. Whether you're planning a family vacation or a simple weekend getaway, we've got the best deals from low cost airlines.

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