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Want cheaper holiday flights? Here’s when to book

Fox Business • October 6, 2026 • business

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Google shared tips on the best times to book holiday travel using historical Google Flights data to help travelers save on airfare, advising that booking early is safest when dates are fixed.
Domestic flights generally reach their lowest prices about 39 days before departure, while international flights hit lowest fares around 89 days prior, though price drops for international travel are often minimal within that range.
For Thanksgiving travel, the cheapest fares tend to appear about 34 days before departure, typically in October, whereas Christmas flights reach their lowest prices roughly 56 days ahead, with the best deals now emerging earlier than last year.
Spring break airfares drop to their lowest about 50 days before trips in March or April, and summer vacation fares hit the lowest point closer to 21 days before July or August departures.
Google recommends booking holiday flights as soon as possible, especially for international trips, since waiting often does not result in significant savings.

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