Cheap flights abroad parcel carrier? Courier?

Question

What is it called when you get cheap flights abroad because you carry a parcel for someone in your luggage for a person in the country you'll be visiting? I'd also really appreciate some details about it. Couriers is it?

Answer 1

Yes, it was called courier travel.  Sadly, the very few, extremely rare--and not always cheap--seats that were occasionally available from a few large gateways before 9-11, have now all but vanished.  I think a better strategy is to apply your travel flexibility--which was needed in abundance when a few seats could still be had through couriering--and instead hunt down the cheapest possible fare that gets you near your desired destination(s).  For that, Farecompare.com, ITASoftware.com, and Bookingbuddy.com are invaluable.  Best of luck.