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How to book Thanksgiving and Christmas trips without overpaying
Aim for late October to early November. Fares for peak days rise sharply in the final weeks.
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Book Christmas and New Year's trips by mid-November, earlier for small airports.
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Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day flights are often cheaper and much calmer.
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Turn on Google Flights price tracking for your route so you get an email when fares move.
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Add every airport within driving distance. A short drive can save a family hundreds.
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Southwest fares often don't show on search sites. Check southwest.com directly.
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U.S. rules let you cancel within 24 hours for a full refund if you booked 7+ days out.
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First flights of the day are cheaper and less likely to be delayed.
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Add bag and seat fees before calling it a deal. Families may get split up.
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