If your schedule is flexible, fly midweek. “Tuesdays and Wednesdays (and Thursdays, if you’re flying internationally) tend to have the best fares,” NY Mag reports, as there’s less competition.
In fact, a good rule of thumb is to travel when others won’t. As expected, traveling during holidays and peak season is going to cost you more, so if possible, plan your trips during the off-season.
Chances are, your destination will also be much less crowded.
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