We’ve tried them and we swear by them.
Everybody loves a deal. There’s a reason Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year. People like to feel like they’re getting a special price or an exclusive perk, or like they’ve somehow cracked a secret economic code to good deals.
And for many travel lovers, finding a good deal—whether it’s on a flight, a hotel, or even an excursion—can make the adventure seem that much sweeter. Planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Maldives is great, but somehow managing to land a business-class flight to the island paradise for just $900? That’s downright amazing. When you land a flight deal like that, you’re not just buying a ticket—you’re buying bragging rights for years to come.
But while many travel websites can tout having access to exclusive airline deals, it can be hard to know which ones can actually deliver. If you’re looking for a flight to Los Angeles, is it better to check Kayak, Google Flights, or book directly with your preferred airline? Is there a way to find a flight to Tokyo for a song? And is skip-lagging really all it’s financially cracked up to be?
As a travel writer and enthusiast, I’ve put in the work to find out, having spent years scouring sites for flights to places like Hanoi, Vietnam, for around $400.
If you’re looking to jet off to a far-away locale—and have a little flexibility in your travel schedule—these are the nine cheap flight websites that you’ll want to follow.
