Looking for the best flight deals this holiday season? Google’s latest 2025 airfare report reveals the smartest times to book.
The ideal booking window for domestic flights is approximately one to two months prior to takeoff.
You should plan much earlier for overseas travel to secure the most favorable rates.
Flying earlier in the week, specifically on Tuesday, can result in consistently lower ticket costs.
The last time I booked a vacation flight, I spent over an hour searching for the cheapest ticket to Hawaii, with two criteria in mind: it had to be a direct flight and have only one layover. At least one layover was to be expected (at LAX) because Kentucky is a long way from the Aloha State. I could’ve saved some time, though — and money — had I known what Google’s latest Flights report revealed.What is the cheapest day to fly?
Based on Google Flights‘ latest aggregate data from 2021 to 2025, travelers looking for the most affordable airfare should consider flying early in the week. Tuesday has consistently been identified as the cheapest day to fly, followed by Monday and Wednesday. Opting for flights on midweek days can save you anywhere from 13% to 20% lower airfares than weekend travel.
Flying on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday tends to be more expensive, with Sunday pegged as the priciest day of the week to fly. These Google Flights insights reveal a consistent trend in airfare pricing, highlighting that booking a Tuesday departure can lead to cost savings for budget-conscious travelers.Do layovers save you money?
In short, yes. Flights with layovers typically cost about 25% less than direct flights, according to Google Flight data.
