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With travel deals popping up throughout Thanksgiving week, it can be tempting to wait for Travel Tuesday to book your flights rather than taking a peek on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. But the day with the biggest travel buzz isn’t always the day with the biggest savings. If you’re hoping to squeeze a vacation into your budget, knowing when to search could make all the difference.
That’s where Skyscanner comes in. The travel search platform looked at flight pricing during last year’s Black Friday sales period to see when travelers found the best deals, and the results might surprise you. From international escapes to domestic destinations worth adding to your wish list, there were plenty of opportunities to save across the shopping holiday stretch. Here’s what American travelers should know before booking, plus how to use Skyscanner to keep an eye out for flight deals this season.
Check out all the best deals on flights at Skyscanner!
So, where exactly were the biggest savings hiding last year? If an international getaway is on your wish list, several destinations saw impressive price drops during the Black Friday sales window. Flights to Casablanca were down 30%, while Lisbon followed with a 28% decrease. Sydney, Seoul and Honolulu also offered big savings, with prices dropping 21%, 17% and 16%, respectively.
For travelers hoping to stay closer to home, Fort Lauderdale, Honolulu, San Juan, Chicago and Seattle were among the domestic destinations with deals worth watching. And if you’re dreaming of a little tropical escape, Fort Lauderdale saw the biggest price drop on Travel Tuesday, with fares falling 28%. Seoul wasn’t far behind at 24%, while Honolulu, San Juan, Bangkok and Madrid each saw drops of 15%.
Of course, finding a good flight deal takes more than checking prices on one particular day. Skyscanner recommends starting your search early, keeping your travel dates flexible and comparing nearby airports when possible. Setting up price alerts in the Skyscanner app can also help you track fares without constantly refreshing your search.
The platform’s Skyscanner Drops feature is another one to keep on your radar, highlighting flight price drops of 40% or more through December 1. Just remember that last year’s biggest discounts are a helpful starting point, not a guarantee that the same routes will be discounted again!
A little flexibility — and checking fares throughout the entire sale period — could help you find a stellar getaway that fits your budget this season.
Check out all the best deals on flights at Skyscanner!
