What are "blackout" dates?

What are "blackout" dates?

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Blackout dates are restricted days of travel. So, if you are on a discounted flight, then the blackout dates are dates you cannot travel on, such as holidays or special high peak season vacation times. But these blackout dates vary from airline to airline so you want to make sure you check with your provider before you book your ticket.