When should I buy air tickets to Spain for travel in December?

Question

When do airlines give their deals for December travel? Whats a good cheap flight from LAX to Barcelona or Madrid (or even Lisbon) in DECEMBER going to cost me? It costs > $1000 in summer, but whats the off-season average price?

Answer 1

There are very few deals in December as it is a peak travel season. The airlines will fill their flights anyway, they don't need to offer really cheap tickets. My recommendation is to book early. That way you know you have your seat and if the flight starts to fill up and therefore the price increases at least you have already secured your ticket.

Answer 2

Book early, but don't book on a Thursday or Friday...

Book on a Mondays or Tuesdays, it's some how cheaper this way...