Planning trips in 2026; These tips will help you book cheaper tickets.
Strolls on beaches with crystal-clear waters, discovering picturesque towns and exploring magnificent nature. If your plans for the new year look something like this, then you should know how to make them happen without spending a fortune. Travel both in Greece and abroad has become quite expensive, with prices for airline tickets rising year after year.
However, it is not impossible to find flights that truly offer great value, even to countries abroad. One thing is certain, you need organization and planning, as last-minute trips are more expensive. Below you will find useful tips to book cheap flights depending on your destination, according to Google.
What is the best time to book flights in 2026
For domestic travel
As tempting as it sounds to pack your bags on a whim and catch the next flight, it is certainly not the most economical way to travel. Smart planning pays off. According to Google Flights data, the ideal time to book domestic flights is 39 days before the trip. The lowest prices usually appear from 23 to 51 days before departure, so there is some flexibility, but it is definitely best not to leave it to the last minute, especially for summer destinations.
For international travel
If you are traveling abroad, you will need to book your tickets even earlier. To find the lowest prices, it is best to book at least 49 days before departure, as then, according to data from Google, average prices are lower. If you wait longer, it is very likely that prices will increase as the travel date approaches. This is especially true for trips to Europe. You can comfortably book your flight to Paris or Rome several months in advance, as prices rarely drop as departure approaches. The earlier you book, the more time you will have to organize your schedule and your budget.
The right season matters
Equally important as when you book is when you plan to travel. If you are dreaming of a cocktail on Italys beaches in summer or a warm glass of wine in London at Christmas, then the tickets certainly will not be cheap. Prices are better in January, February and May, compared with mid-June through August and during the holidays. Of course it matters if the time you want to go somewhere coincides with a holiday or event at the destination. Tickets are cheaper after New Years or after Easter or on a weekend that is not a three-day weekend. Low season and the in-between periods (shoulder season), are ideal times to travel anywhere.
