Does anybody know anything about international "open tickets?"?

Question

I am trying to get a one way "open" ticket from israel to the U.S. I was told that there is an option called an "open" ticket, where a ticket can be purchased to be used during a defined period of time, rather than a defined day. (For example, buy a ticket to be used from February to April or for the full month of February.) I have called several airlines and they say they do not offer this. Does anyone know of any way I can buy a ticket for an unspecified period of time?

Answer 1

i have purchased 100`s of airline tickets, but i have never heard of this type of ticket, the only open tickets i know of are return tickets. if you need an open one way ticket, why not just buy a one way ticket when you need it, advance purchase tickets are usually discounted so the airline can scedule available seats, thats why they are not transferable

Answer 2

You will need to buy a return ticket that is flexible - one where the rules allow you to change the date at little or no cost. Most airlines now don't charge much if it is an e ticket which most are. The cheaper the ticket in the first place the more likely that you will have to pay the airline a fee to change the date.

Answer 3

yes, there is this type of ticket where your return will be left open ended. but usually, this ticket is expensive since, there's only a particular class of fare that is allowed to have this kind of option. its usually the full refundable type of tickets.

tip,

just purchase a one way ticket online either thru an e-travel agency or on the site of the airline.

same goes for your return. its hassle free that way.