Since the global covid 19 pandemic, airport traffic has fallen drastically. The TSA (Transportation Security Administration) is planning a travellers back in force this summer with attendance close to pre-pandemic levels. AdoptAParking gives you a few tips to help you prepare for your trip: when to buy your plane ticket, the best time to take a flight and when to arrive at the airport for stress-free travel.
The best time to buy my ticket
Did you know? Air ticket prices fluctuate very easily. To get the best price, it's important to know a few things about selling tickets.
Choosing the right moment
You might think that waiting until the last minute to buy your plane ticket might be a good idea. In theory, yes. At the last minute, airlines lower the price of the ticket to fill the plane to maximum capacity. In practice, it works differently. It's rare to find good deals at the last minute. When it comes to plane tickets, booking as early as possible is the best thing to do. We advise you to book 2 to 3 monthsor even 6 months before your travel date to take advantage of the better rates.
It is also interesting to note that day and time when you buy your ticket can play a decisive role in its price. It may seem absurd, but there are times and days when the same ticket will not have the same price. Most travellers plan their trips at the weekend. This is logical, given that most people don't work at that time, so they have more time to think about it. And the airlines have understood this. So we're seeing price rises over the weekendup to 30%. We therefore advise you to avoid buying your tickets at weekends, but also on Fridays and Mondays, as these days are too close to the weekend. The best days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
As with the days, the time you choose to buy your ticket can also affect its price. To get the lowest price, you need to know the times when few people are in front of their screens and therefore unlikely to buy their plane tickets. Make sure you set an alarm clock, as sales are lowest in the middle of the night. Between midnight and 6am, you'll find the best rates. By combining all these tips, you can save up to a hundred euros on your flight. Not bad, is it?
Choosing the right tools
How can I find the best price? First of all, you can go to comparators. They will find the best deals for you and bring them together in one place. However, don't rely solely on the comparators. We invite you to check the fare on the airline's website before confirming your purchase to make sure it's a good deal. What's more, sometimes the price on the airline's website is the cheapest because there is no middleman.
It's important to know that when you do this kind of research, you leave a trace. This trace can be reused by operators to increase the fare. If you see the price going up each time you do a search, you'll want to book as quickly as possible. How do they do this? They trace your IP address, which is the identity of your computer, tablet or smartphone. It is therefore advisable touse several different devices to do your research.
Our final trick is to use what we call a VPN (Virtual Private Network). You should be aware that airlines are raising prices for foreigners. People living in the country you want to travel to have lower fares. The VPN will then allow you to use an IP address located in the country in question. You'll be able to take advantage of lower fares when you buy your ticket. VPNs are legal in France and most other European countries, so you don't have to worry about using them.
When is the best time to fly?
As you can imagine, there are certain periods to avoid if you want to travel more cheaply. There are also days to avoid to avoid the crowds but also to protect your wallet. We tell you all about them!
Don't be like everyone else
Keep Wednesday in mind. According to a joint study by Air Indemnité and Liligo, Wednesday is the day when plane tickets are at reduced prices. It's also the day on which we meet the fewer disruptions in terms of flight cancellations and delays. If Wednesday is the best day to leave, it's not the case for the rest of the year. Tuesday. Generally, this is the day when airlines encounter the most problems. disturbances but despite this, Tuesday is still the day when plane tickets are the most expensive. cheaper. We'll leave it to you to decide whether you want a really cheap ticket with a high risk of disruption, or whether you'd rather play it safe. Of the disruptions encountered on Tuesday, 70% were cancellations. You can also book your ticket on Thursday. On Wednesday, you were combining low prices and punctuality, but on the day when tickets will be the most expensive, you'll have to book your ticket. will be on Thursday. Fares start to rise on Fridays. On a Thursday, for example, it is possible to find a cheaper Paris-Barcelona flight to 40%.
We also advise you to set an alarm clock, as it is much more advantageous to take morning flights. Whatever the day of your trip, to take advantage of the cheapest flights, you'll need to take a plane before 8 a.m.. If you prefer to travel at the end of the day, you run the risk of your flight being delayed. This is the time of day when flights are most delayed, and it is not uncommon for flights to be more than 2 hours late after 6pm.
Avoid holidays!
As you can imagine, the most expensive time for air tickets is during the summer months. holidays. Holidays to be avoided as much as possible are summer holidays during July and August, especially if you're flying from Nantes or Paris, whether from Orly or Roissy airports. If you really want to go away during the summer, we can tell you that the first three Saturdays in July are the busiest days of the year for flights, as are the first two Saturdays in August. If you want to leave at this time, be patient. You may encounter long waiting lines.
The second busiest period of the year is the holiday season. winter holidays. Christmas and New Year are very popular with travellers joining friends and family for the festive season. The Saturday of the week before Christmas will be the worst day to leave.
When should I arrive at the airport?
Now that you have your ticket, there's the question of when to arrive at the airport. Too early and you're likely to get bored and lose patience, too late and you'll be in a rush and stress is guaranteed. AdopteUnParking shows you the best time to arrive.
A few hours before
When you arrive at the airport, you'll have to find out where to check in and go through various checkpoints. If your flight is a domestic one, the checks will be fewer and quicker, but if it's an international or long-haul flight, you may spend longer at the checkpoints. If you are flying on a national flightWe recommend that you arrive at the airport at least 1h30 before departure of your flight. This will give you enough time to pass through the checkpoints without waiting too long. On the other hand, if your flight is internationalyou will need to arrive 2 to 3 hours before your flight. It may sound like a lot, but it's not. If you're flying on a busy day, don't hesitate to arrive at the airport a little earlier. It's better to be patient than risk missing your flight.
Taking your car park
One thing that's easy to forget until the big day is the parking your vehicle at the airport. Beware, this oversight can cost you a lot of money, sometimes even more than your plane ticket, which you paid for at the lowest fare thanks to our advice. So, just for you, here's our favourite tip for getting a parking space for your trip without breaking the bank: AdopteUnParking.com !
We work in collaboration with several car parks close to airports. These car parks are private and secure. They are cheaper than the official airport car parks because they are just a few minutes away from the airport. Our car parks have free shuttles to and from the airport. You can also opt for a valet parkingIn this case, a valet will collect your vehicle directly from your terminal. Practical and fast. Private car parks are an increasingly popular alternative for travellers. From any city, including Nantes, Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux and many others, AdopteUnParking offers you different partners to help you travel more cheaply as here in Nice. Compare and choose the one you like best.
You now have all the keys you need to fly at a lower cost. Enjoy your trip!
