This holiday season, airfare is expected to reach high; Yet, there are still ways to save money.

According to new data, holiday prices this year will be the most in the last five years for Americans.

According to data, the Christmas holiday will be the most expensive with a domestic ticket average $463 round trip, an increase of 31% over 2019. The average round-trip cost of international travel over the holiday is staggeringly high at $1,300, up 26% from 2019.

The price hikes are the result of a combination of rising jet fuel costs, fewer planned flights, and increasing demand.

Nevertheless, Hopper discovered that more than half of Americans intend to travel for one or both holidays this year. Moreover, at least 30% are planning to travel. 

Given that we anticipate Christmas airfares will be higher than in recent years, we advise passengers to start early preparation by keeping an eye on rates. This holiday season, flexible travellers will save the most money. You can save up to $300 on off-peak airfare if you can be flexible with your vacation dates and fly before and after each holiday week.

If you’re searching for a good deal, consider flying either on Monday, Nov. 21, and returning the week following after the holiday. Additionally, those who want to travel on a budget for Christmas should go on Monday or Tuesday and return on Tuesday or Wednesday after Christmas.

In general, visitors should reserve their flights by mid-October (and really, the sooner, the better).