Friday, August 26, 2011

Tips for Getting the Best Cheap Domestic Flights



You used to be able to travel by air with low cost fares. Okay, travel has never been completely affordable but it was a lot cheaper than what it is going for now. It is just as expensive or seemingly so to fly anywhere these days as it is to make a second home payment each month. Airfare costs are so expensive that business and individuals are replacing vacations with staycations and conference calls. Yes, this does save money but what's the fun in staying home on your time off. Incredibly there are still ways to get cheap airfare. We will discuss how you can get some major bang for your travel dollar. A wonderful local destination would be Kayangan Lake and you'll definitely love it there. Frequent flier miles can be a great way to fly for less. Many credit card companies, as well as airlines offer these programs. You can then collect flier miles as you travel. More flier miles will be added to your account whenever you fly, and if it's a credit card program, when you use that card. These flier miles that you collect will allow you to get cheaper flights. People with many frequent flier miles can sometimes get flights for free. Since these programs are offered by so many different airlines and credit card companies, why not sign up for many of them and get even more frequent flier miles?

Palawan by Alvin Gumba Photography

Are you traveling for special circumstances or emergencies? Airlines usually offer very discounted rates for those traveling due to an emergency, such as the passing of a family member. The requirements for this kind of discount vary from airline to airline. One stipulation may be that you need to provide proof of your emergency. The best way to make sure that you get these discounts when you need them is to ask what requirements the airline needs to give you the discount. Then you need to make sure that you meet those requirements. Flying to to Coron is no worries. Check up on your flights regularly. This alone will get you the lowest possible rate. Perhaps one of the simplest ways to get cheap flights is to watch the tickets already booked for price drops. If you see the price for the ticket drop below the price you have already paid, you can ask for a refund. Waiting to book your ticket can be a great cost saver because you can watch the prices fall before you committ to your flight. If you are tracking your flight you will be more aware of any delays or changes such as cancellations or flight number changes.

Puerto Princesa Underground River, Palawan by Sem Paradeiro

Cheap domestic flights do not need to cause you a major headache. With a little common sense, you can easily find cheap flights. It's the same principle as finding any other deal. Take time to research your options. Remember, only fools rush in, so take your time. Weigh the pros and cons of each option. After you have completed these steps then make your purchase. There is no reason at all why you should pay through the nose to fly somewhere within your own country. Your business is as important to the airlines as their services are to you.