South Africa boasts several well-known domestic airlines that dutifully make their interprovincial rounds, making travel so much easier for all of us.
But while they might share travel itineraries, not all of them are the same.
Finding good deals is often on par with finding a good seat!
Looking for cheap (er) domestic flights
The cost of airfare is no secret to all of us, so being a bit travel savvy will help when it comes to budgeting and planning for your next trip.
Compare Prices
While it’s suggested to check directly on each airline’s website, there are a few online travel tools you can look at before you buy your ticket that can make the process of comparing prices easier.
Cheapflights and Skyscanner can get you there faster, so to speak. Both are search engines that help you compare the best available flight fares and other travel costs. They also offer international flight comparisons.
Be sure to be aware of refreshing your cookies in your browser to avoid price hikes, and consider booking earlier.
Look for Specials and Discounts
Sometimes specials might be right under our noses; it just takes a bit of research and looking at any existing memberships and bank accounts we have that offer flight discounts. For example, if you are a member of Discovery, you might be leaving money on the table.
Leverage Pricing Plans
While done responsibly, we all know that some financial assistance can go a long way, and pricing plans can help us reach our desired destinations a bit faster. Did you know you can pay for your flight in instalments? There are options like Fly Now Pay Later, which allows you to pay your airfare over several instalment plans through platforms like PayJustNow, HappyPay, and Float.
While this list is simply a brief overview for you, pointing you in a few directions to reach your destination with more ease, the best advice when planning your next trip is to keep your eyes open for available deals, which will always be around. Also, remember to subscribe to airline newsletters to receive their latest offers and stay in the know.
How do you find good flying deals?
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