To Save on a Flight, Book When the Time Is Right!

You can increase your chance of getting a good price on your next flight if you book at the right time. Airlines release their new fares to a central clearinghouse (Airline Tariff Publishing Company) at predetermined times throughout the week. On weekdays, the best times to look for new fares are just after 2:00p.m., 4:30p.m. and midnight (tickets reserved but never paid for usually appear just after midnight). On weekends, fares are only updated once a day, usually around 5:00p.m.