Secrets Of Saving Money On Air Travel
Can choosing an alternate airport save me money?
Choosing an alternate airport can often save you money. When you're booking online, right next to where it says departure make sure you click that button that says alternate airports. As an example, if you're travelling out of LAX, you want to find out what the fare is going to be flying out of Burbank, Ontario and Long Beach. Sometimes you can get a better deal by using an alternate airport.
What is "economy plus" and how can it help me get a better seat?
Economy plus class tickets are the section between coach class and business class. All economy plus tickets do is allow you a little extra leg room; really great for tall passengers. To get a good seat on an airplane, make sure you book well in advance. The people that book the earliest have their pick of the seats available. As it gets closer to the flight, the seats are going to run out. One tip is to check and see if economy plus is available on your airline. Every airline is different and not every flight offers economy plus. But if you do, you might get lucky, to get a better seat in economy plus for just a nominal fee. to learn more about economy plus seats, try www.seatguru.com.
What are "exit row" seats and why are they better?
Exit row seats are the row of seats that are closest to the emergency exit. They've got extra leg-room and are great for long-legged passengers. But, they come with a price. The airline stewards will come over and ask you if you are willing to open the door in case of an emergency (if you are old enough (usually over sixteen); and also if you are able to speak English). An airline steward will also sit opposite you during take-off and landing if you are in window-exit-row seats. To get the coveted exit row seat you will need to get to the airport early.
What are some tips for flying during holidays?
If you're planning on flying during the holidays, you want to make sure you book your ticket well in advance. Holiday tickets book up really fast and can get pricier and pricier as the closer it gets to the holidays. If you're trying to cram in a holiday at the very last minute, book on the exact day of the holiday. So, if you're flying at Christmas, you don't book on the 23rd or the 24th. Leave the 25th for the open flights and good discounts.
What factors can increase my chance of getting an upgrade to first class?
If you're trying to get a free upgrade to first class, first of all, look the part. Dress up, look your best, show up early, be polite and courteous. Be really nice to the people at the boarding gate. See if coach is sold out and if there are any available spots in first class, and then see what they can do for you. Sometimes they might let you go, other times they might ask you to give some of your frequent flier points, or pay a nominal fee for the upgrade to first class.
