The Best Time to Buy International Plane Tickets

Buying international plane tickets mid-week could save you money. (Photo: Hemera Technologies/AbleStock.com/Getty Images )

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Flights can be one of the first things to consider if you're planning an international trip. Although you might have hotels and transportation to plan, the price of your flight could dictate what destinations you choose based on cost. Flight prices can vary from day to day so checking price comparison websites can help you snag the best deal. However, other factors including the amount of time before you want to travel and the day of the week you book can also impact the final cost of your plane tickets.

Advance Booking

Booking tickets in advance can help get flights at a lower price. Rick Seaney, CEO of farecompare.com, recommends buying tickets around four months before you plan to travel. He says that airlines don't usually release cheaper tickets before this time but, when released, reduced seats are likely to sell quickly. Therefore, you should start checking price comparison websites well before you want to leave.