We know, we know… it’s not even October yet. But if you’ve got holiday travel lined up, it’s just about time to book it (without breaking the bank). Here are our rules of thumb.
International flights: Spotted a deal? Snag it ASAP - or set a Price Alert to see if fares drop.
Domestic flights: Book between mid-October to early November (when we expect the lowest prices).
KAYAK considered historical searches for the travel period between 11/22/2025 - 1/8/2026 for searches 6 months prior from a US origin. The best time to book was determined by looking at average round-trip, economy airfare based on a 4-week moving average.
