Re: [vpFREE] re: Discount air fare

 

Unless you live in a major metropolitan area--Ie Chicago--most cities only have one or two airlines
that service them--get to know them and then check their flight schedules often (sometimes fares can
change up to 6 or more times in a day!) and get to know the fares.  When you do this, you'll be able
to spot a REALLY good deal if one comes along.  Spirit and Frontier are fine--just know that you have
to add about +$50 to each fare if you want to check a bag and/or reserve a seat -- as a rule of thumb.
In addition to the one or two airlines web sites--I also check Google Flights --  https://www.google.com/flights.
There are a ton of intricacies involved with Google Flights and the more you know the more you can get
out of it -- but you can also go in and navigate it easily as a first time user.  I don't find many promo codes
any more and if I do--they usually don't work for my dates.  I do find that the airlines that offer a "calendar"
of their airfares makes it handy if you're just looking for a future date to travel. DO be aware that major events
can influence Las Vegas airfares--NY Eve, Super Bowl, and March Madness are obvious.  But events like Electric
Daisy Festival, CES, Magic Marketplace, Chinese New Year, President's Day weekend can and do affect
airfares and hotel rates/occupancy.  Handy resource for conventions:   http://www.lvol.com/conventions/index.html
These are just some of the things you have to be aware of and you're right-- it can be a lot of work--but the more
you know the easier it gets to cut thru and find the best deals.  Also, generally if you're looking 6 months or more out
you're going to pay a higher fare.  WHEN is the best time to book?  When it's the cheapest--and that CAN be anytime
but I generally think in 3's:  3 months, 3-4 weeks, and 3 days (under a week).  Anything under 2 weeks is usually going
to be more expensive BUT some of these airlines like AA and UA will post their cheap/Basic Economy fares just a few
days out--these have rules like Spirit's fares.  Another good source for those looking for good deals is from Clark Howard--
https://clark.com/travel/travel-booking-and-planning-guide/     While it doesn't give you specific information--it offers a
multitude of ways to educate yourself.  Good Luck and have fun!









From: "savorvpx savorvpx@yahoo.com [vpFREE]" <vpFREE@yahoogroups.com>
To: Yahoogroups <vpfree@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2018 6:21 PM
Subject: [vpFREE] re: Discount air fare

 
I agree that it's a lot of work to get deals on airline tickets. I try to stick with one airline, join their loyalty club and pay attention to their sales. Also most airlines issue credit cards that earn you miles.

From: whitejeeps@yahoo.com

When I see PROMO CODE of flight search, I wonder.. What seems to work best for folks in our group?

I belong to 0 promo groups or deals. I usually book on my own. It takes lots of time to find decent deals.

What's been working for U? I've heard some suggestions.

AARP, COSTCO, AAA auto club, $9 fare Club Spirit Air,, Frontier has something similar to Spirt, Some say there are credit card promos?

P. S. I belong to Spirit $9 Fare Club......It's way more expensive than nine bucks. They get U on renewal automatic, if U don't fly frequently. Have to watch rules.

You all have a nice weekend.......Jeep


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