How to find the best airfare deals during the holidays

For those travelling this holiday season, here are some tips to get good deals:


Winter airfare sales are heating up this holiday. Airlines are doing what it takes to entice consumers. But you may not want to wait too long to book your flight.

Airline passenger Angelica say: "Flights are really really cheap and affordable right now." Passengers we spoke with say great airfares are available. You just need to know how to find them. Experts say one of the best ways to find deals are to sign up for airline emails and frequent-flier programs. Many times airlines will send you special coupons like 50% off promo codes or two-for-one deals. In fact, Southwest just reached one million fans on Facebook. To celebrate, Facebook Fans can earn triple rewards. Craig Vaughn with Southwest Airlines says: "We're offering 3 times credit on our rapid rewards if you book today for any travel during the month of December."

Some of the best airline deals include hotel packages. It's often significantly cheaper to buy those, rather than airfare alone. Allegiant Air's Sabrina Lopiccolo says the airline does offer a package deal: "We're offering $20 off their air and hotel package. And we actually guarantee the air and hotel package is the lowest they can find."

It's important to remember many airlines reserve their best fares for their own sites. So don't ignore online travel agencies which sometimes tell you if it's cheaper flying out on one airline and back on another.

Other tips from Airfarewatchdog.com: If available, sign up for third-party fare alerts. Many airfare websites offer alerts and they all have something to offer. Remember to also consider the extra fees before you buy. One airline may have higher fare than the next, but which one will cost you more when checking bags? The higher priced airfare may actually be the cheaper option in the end. And don't forget to check fares several times a day. Fares fluctuate throughout the day, and the number of seats offered at the lowest fares also changes frequently


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