1. Book 3–6 weeks in advance for domestic routes — this is usually the sweet spot before last-minute price surges kick in.
2. Fly midweek. Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently cheaper than Friday or Sunday flights on most routes.
3. Be flexible with airports. If you're near two cities with airports (like Delhi/NCR or Mumbai/Pune), compare fares from both.
4. Set fare alerts and check prices at different times of day — fares do fluctuate, and there's no fixed 'best day' to book despite popular myths.
5. Consider connecting flights. A one-stop flight can sometimes be significantly cheaper than a nonstop, especially on less popular routes.
6. Travel light. Budget carriers charge extra for checked baggage — if you can manage with cabin baggage only, it's an easy way to cut costs.
7. Use fare comparison tools like our own flight search to see multiple airlines side by side before booking.
