Here, we share insider tips, travel hacks, tricks, and Skyscanner features that will help you secure the best flight deals. Let's get those cheap flights and travel more this year.

Travel hacks to find cheap flights

Save some cash and see the world

Whether you shop around with budget airlines, can be flexible with your dates, or want to make use of our Skyscanner tools, it's possible to score cheap flights this year. Here are a number of ways to do just that:

1. Check out budget airlines

Shop around

Booking a flight with a budget airline can save you hundreds of dollars, so they’re certainly worth considering when choosing who you fly with.

The United States has many budget airlines offering cheap domestic flights, including JetBlue and Southwest Airlines. For flights into and around the US, JetBlue and Southwest Airlines are two budget airlines to look out for.

If you’re planning a European tour, you’ll be delighted to find that low-cost airlines in Europe offer incredibly low fares that will help you explore the continent on a budget. Ryanair, Vueling, and easyJet are top options.

2. Get flexible

Check your dates

If you have a specific destination in mind, being flexible about your travel dates will help you to secure cheap flights. Simply enter your destination into Skyscanner's flight search and select "Whole Month" to find out the cheapest days to fly.

3. Try our "Everywhere" search

The world is your oyster

Know when you want to travel but are happy with any destination? Skyscanner's "Everywhere" search is a great travel hack. Simply enter your departure country or city in the Skyscanner flight search, add your dates, then hit "Everywhere."

From unexplored gems to old favorites, you'll see a full list of destinations you could fly to, sorted by cheapest first.

4. Consider single tickets

One way is a winner!

Many people think it's cheaper to purchase airline tickets together as a round trip, but sometimes finding the cheapest flights comes from purchasing two single one-way tickets.

For example, a roundtrip flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas could be $50, but a one-way flight there and one back could be $20 each.

5. Try to buy in bulk

Get your tickets together

If you're planning on sticking with one airline, you may find that booking multiple flights for your trip works out cheaper. For example, if you're looking to fly between multiple US cities via a budget airline, planning your journey, selecting your travel dates, and booking your tickets in one go may work out cheaper than leaving each flight until the last minute.

6. Set up Price Alerts

Be prepared!

Skyscanner Price Alerts enable you to track flight prices going up and down, so you can book when the fares are at their cheapest.

When you download the Skyscanner app to your Android or iOS device, you'll be given the option to set up a price alert for any flights or hotels you're interested in when you register your details. You'll then get notified if the price you're tracking drops, and you can quickly make your booking.

7. Take carry-on luggage only

Avoid checked bag fees

If you fly carry-on only, you'll avoid expensive luggage fees, which can make a big difference to the cost of your flight.

Finding a cheap flight or vacation can be easy if you know how. Now that you're armed with some hacks to find cheap flights, start your search today and get ready for takeoff!