How early is the best time to purchase an airline ticket ?

Question

For the lowest price.....

Answer 1

As early as you can.

Answer 2

The theory of the earlier you buy your ticket, the cheaper your fare is going to be is the biggest lie.  I think airlines try to beat that in our heads so they can get your money faster.  If you buy your ticket within 21 days of your flight, this notion holds true and the prices normally to do go up.  However, Ive always seen where the prices seem to dip the lowest 4-8 weeks before your flight.  At this point the airline sees how many seats seats are still available and will lower the prices to fill up them up quicker, and then raise the price back up.  Its always a gamble, more so on a very popular route or international flight.  Good luck!

Answer 3

There really is no answer to your question. Prices don't go up and down on a schedule. It's like trying to predict the stock market. It may be higher tomorrow. It may be lower. No one knows.

Airlines change prices based on supply and demand for a particular flight. If demand is light, they may reduce prices or increase the number of discount seats. If demand is high, they may raise prices or reduce the number of discount seats. No one can predict this.

Keep in mind that the number of discount seats per flight is limited. If you wait and they sell out, you will pay more - possibly much more.

Answer 4

Hello,

How are you? I would book now if I were you, so that I would receive a less expensive rate.  Also, I would book my travels on this site to receive a less expensive rate http://www.cassandralanetravel.org

Answer 5

At least three weeks in advance, but not more than three months in advance.

Answer 6

Check out Farecast.com.  It will tell you to 'buy now" or "hold out" based on the historical average prices for the flight you are looking for.