The internet can be a haven for not only cheap domestic airfares, but a
source for cheap first class tickets for international destinations as well.
The public has often been excluded from information on the best sources to
get cheap first class tickets, but over the years a few pros have let their
secrets leak out.
Being able to be flexible with your travel schedule is a must in order to
have the best chances of snagging up cheap first class tickets. By adjusting
your trip one day in either direction, you could save up to almost 25%, in
some cases even more. Most of the ticket resell websites have tools that can
check the rates of flexible departure dates. Orbitz.com and Travelocity.com
both use this tool to help travelers keep expenses down.
Remember that flexibility is good, but being able to purchase the ticket in
advance is even better. It's not hard at all to track the airfares for
different airlines over the course of a month or two if you have a trip
coming up. Sites that track airfare such as Yahoo.com can be very beneficial.
Booking the seat on first class is easier when done far in advance. It is
recommended bookings for domestic flights are done around 3-4 weeks in
advance while international flights are best done a month or more in advance.
While there is still truth to the old idea that choosing not to fly out on a
Saturday night is cheaper does still hold some truth, this rule is not set in
stone. The best chance at getting a first class seat is by comparing online
sites and looking for the least busy flying days. Monday and Friday tend to
be extremely busy in first class since many business people are either flying
to work or flying home for the weekend. If at all possible try to stick with
flying mid week for both the departure and the return home dates. This
increases the chances of getting cheap first class tickets for the entire
trip.
Another thing to consider is where you choose to fly too. Many business men
and women are going to want to fly directly to the larger cities. If you opt
for a flight that bypasses the city and hits an airport at a smaller city,
then the chances of getting a cheap first class ticket are much greater. A
good example of this would be choosing to fly into BWI as opposed to Dulles.
Riding the metro is fairly cheap and can easily get you to your destination.
When it comes to travel, there's nothing like getting a great deal on a cheap
first class ticket. We have become a society that likes to indulge in the
luxuries and finer things in life. We shouldn't be denied this concept while
riding in an airplane. Coach does not have to be the final answer. Use the
internet to your advantage. Check websites for the airlines directly, check
at the counter before you board the plane, and check Accessfares.com which
offers cheap first class tickets to most international destinations. Don't be
afraid to use the internet that is in front of you for the best deals in
airline fares.
Jonathan Kittley is the airline employee, and wasinterviewed on: http://www.
free-flight-upgrades.com where you can learn all about cheap flights and free
flight upgrades.
Jonathan Kittley is the airline employee, and wasinterviewed on: http://www.free-flight-upgrades.com where you can learn all about cheap flights and free flight upgrades.
