The first US low-cost carrier

Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA) began intrastate flights between Northern and Southern California, making it the first US low-cost airline.

Lowest Fares Recorded

Founded in Ireland, Ryanair is the largest European budget airline today selling international routes for as little as $3 (club memberships, sales and error advertising not required)!

Travel Blogs

Travel blogs rose in popularity in the mid-1990s as social media inspired personal stories of travel and encouraged us all to dream of more unique travel destinations.

Scott’s Cheap Flights takes flight

Scott Keyes, Founder of Scott’s Cheap Flights, scored the best airfare of his life in 2013 ($130 from New York City to Milan) and began sending friends updates on his cheap flight finds.

Shoes should remain on during take-off and landing as well as when visiting the restroom. Throughout the flight%2c keep socks on and ensure there are no unique smells associated with your shoes%2c socks or feet.

When leaving the plane%2c allow anyone sitting in front of you to gather their things and exit first unless passengers sitting behind you ask to jump ahead to reach a connecting flight.

Most travel experts agree that the traveler in the middle seat has first dibs on their two armrests.

The main point of the day is to book the flight. So%2c where will you go? The #1 tourist destination in 2018 was Bangkok%2c Thailand with almost 22 million international visitors. Hmmm%2c to go with the crowds or not?

Even though flexibility leads to cheaper travel%2c it doesn’t hurt to have a list of your preferred destinations for quick reference. For many%2c the excitement of the next vacation is in the research%2c dreaming and planning. Start now%2c so when the cheap fare presents itself%2c you are ready to book it!

The number of online travel resources is staggering but infinitely helpful. Take some time on Cheap Flight Day to find a travel blogger that fits your travel style. As you follow them on Facebook%2c Insta or through email%2c they will give you tips on booking travel%2c where to go%2c what to pack%2c and so much more.

Airlines now determine pricing using highly sophisticated technology and algorithms so there are no silver bullet answers to the question: how do I find the cheapest airfare?

The most important factor in finding cheap airfare is to remain flexible – in travel dates%2c destinations%2c airports and routes.

While budget or low-cost carriers don’t guarantee the lowest price%2c don’t overlook them as options – many people and on-line travel resources exclude them from their research.

Yes%2c a direct flight is the most convenient route but it’s usually the most expensive so open your search to airports in nearby countries you’d also like to travel allowing the extra stop to become part of your itinerary.

Enlist the help of travel experts by joining one or two travel membership newsletters or clubs to receive cheap travel announcements.

Studies show having something on your calendar to look forward to is a key to happiness. Anticipation energizes us and keeps us motivated. Don’t forget to pack your shades.

Transportation costs make up about 50% of your total vacation budget with airfare costing more than any other mode of transportation. Where money can be saved on airfare%2c it can be used in other categories for your trip or simply saved altogether.

Cheaper airfare puts travel within our reach. It opens possibilities to nicer trips%2c farther away places and creative experiences which means we’re not missing out on our own trip of a lifetime when the Jones’ post about their recent fam vacay.