EXPEDIA 2025 AIR HACKS REPORT: FLIGHT PRICES DOWN, AUGUST IS THE CHEAPEST MONTH AND SUNDAY IS THE BEST DAY TO BOOK
Expedia has released its 2025 Air Hacks Report, revealing key insights for flight savings. Contrary to popular belief, August emerges as the cheapest month to fly, with potential savings of 12% for domestic and 7% for international flights compared to peak months. The report shows that booking on Sundays can save travelers up to 17% on international flights, while departing on Thursdays or Saturdays can reduce costs by up to 17%.
The data indicates that domestic flight prices have decreased by 1% from 2023, with average tickets at $462, while international fares dropped 4% to $849. For optimal savings, domestic flights should be booked 1-3 months ahead (saving 25%), and international flights 18-29 days before departure (saving 17%). Expedia has also launched a new Flight Deals tool on its app, highlighting fares at least 20% below typical prices.
Expedia ha pubblicato il suo Rapporto sui Trucco Aereo 2025, rivelando informazioni chiave per risparmiare sui voli. Contrariamente a quanto si creda, agosto emerge come il mese più economico per volare, con risparmi potenziali del 12% per i voli nazionali e del 7% per quelli internazionali rispetto ai mesi di punta. Il rapporto mostra che prenotare la domenica può far risparmiare fino al 17% sui voli internazionali, mentre partire il giovedì o il sabato può ridurre i costi fino al 17%.
I dati indicano che i prezzi dei voli nazionali sono diminuiti dell'1% rispetto al 2023, con i biglietti medi a $462, mentre le tariffe internazionali sono scese del 4% a $849. Per ottenere risparmi ottimali, i voli nazionali dovrebbero essere prenotati con 1-3 mesi di anticipo (risparmiando il 25%), e i voli internazionali 18-29 giorni prima della partenza (risparmiando il 17%). Expedia ha anche lanciato un nuovo strumento di Offerte Voli sulla sua app, evidenziando tariffe almeno del 20% inferiori ai prezzi tipici.
Expedia ha publicado su Informe de Trucos Aéreos 2025, revelando información clave para ahorrar en vuelos. Contrariamente a la creencia popular, agosto se presenta como el mes más barato para volar, con un ahorro potencial del 12% en vuelos nacionales y del 7% en internacionales en comparación con los meses pico. El informe muestra que reservar los domingos puede ahorrar a los viajeros hasta un 17% en vuelos internacionales, mientras que salir los jueves o sábados puede reducir los costos en hasta un 17%.
Los datos indican que los precios de los vuelos nacionales han disminuido en un 1% desde 2023, con un precio medio de $462, mientras que las tarifas internacionales bajaron un 4% a $849. Para lograr el máximo ahorro, los vuelos nacionales deben reservarse con 1-3 meses de anticipación (ahorrando un 25%), y los vuelos internacionales entre 18-29 días antes de la salida (ahorrando un 17%). Expedia también ha lanzado una nueva herramienta de Ofertas de Vuelos en su aplicación, destacando tarifas al menos un 20% inferiores a los precios típicos.
Expedia는 2025 항공 해킹 보고서를 발표하여 항공편 저축을 위한 주요 통찰력을 밝혔습니다. 일반적인 믿음과는 달리, 8월이 항공편을 이용하기 가장 저렴한 달로 나타났으며, 국내선은 12%, 국제선은 7%의 잠재적인 절약 효과가 있습니다. 보고서에 따르면 일요일에 예약하면 국제선에서 최대 17%를 절약할 수 있으며, 목요일이나 토요일에 출발하면 비용을 최대 17% 줄일 수 있습니다.
데이터에 따르면, 국내선 항공권 가격은 2023년 대비 1% 감소하여 평균 $462로 나타났으며, 국제선 요금은 4% 하락하여 $849가 되었습니다. 최적의 절약을 위해 국내선은 1-3개월 전에 예약해야 하며(25% 절약), 국제선은 출발 18-29일 전에 예약해야 합니다(17% 절약). Expedia는 또한 앱에서 새로운 항공 요금 특가 도구를 출시하여 일반 가격보다 최소 20% 저렴한 요금을 강조합니다.
Expedia a publié son Rapport sur les Astuces Aériennes 2025, révélant des informations clés pour économiser sur les vols. Contrairement à la croyance populaire, août s'avère être le mois le moins cher pour voyager, avec des économies potentielles de 12% pour les vols nationaux et de 7% pour les vols internationaux par rapport aux mois de pointe. Le rapport montre que réserver le dimanche peut permettre aux voyageurs d'économiser jusqu'à 17% sur les vols internationaux, tandis que partir le jeudi ou le samedi peut réduire les coûts de jusqu'à 17%.
Les données indiquent que les prix des vols nationaux ont diminué de 1% par rapport à 2023, avec un prix moyen de 462 $, tandis que les tarifs internationaux ont chuté de 4% à 849 $. Pour des économies optimales, les vols nationaux doivent être réservés 1 à 3 mois à l'avance (économie de 25%), et les vols internationaux doivent être réservés 18 à 29 jours avant le départ (économie de 17%). Expedia a également lancé un nouvel outil d'Offres de Vols sur son application, mettant en avant des tarifs au moins 20% inférieurs aux prix typiques.
Expedia hat seinen Bericht über Flugtricks 2025 veröffentlicht und dabei wichtige Erkenntnisse über Flugkosteneinsparungen enthüllt. Entgegen der landläufigen Meinung hat sich August als der günstigste Monat zum Fliegen herausgestellt, mit Einsparungen von 12% bei nationalen und 7% bei internationalen Flügen im Vergleich zu den Spitzenmonaten. Der Bericht zeigt, dass Sonntagsbuchungen den Reisenden bis zu 17% bei internationalen Flügen sparen können, während Abflüge am Donnerstag oder Samstag Kosten um bis zu 17% reduzieren können.
Die Daten zeigen, dass die Preise für nationale Flüge im Jahr 2023 um 1% gesenkt wurden, wobei die durchschnittlichen Ticketpreise bei 462 $ liegen, während die internationalen Tarife um 4% auf 849 $ gefallen sind. Für optimale Einsparungen sollten nationale Flüge 1-3 Monate im Voraus gebucht werden (Einsparungen von 25%), während internationale Flüge 18-29 Tage vor Abflug gebucht werden sollten (Einsparungen von 17%). Expedia hat auch ein neues Tool für Flugangebote in seiner App eingeführt, das Tarife hervorhebt, die mindestens 20% unter den durchschnittlichen Preisen liegen.
- Average ticket prices decreased: domestic down 1% to $462, international down 4% to $849
- Price gap between premium and economy tickets reduced by 10% compared to 2019
- New Flight Deals tool launched showing fares 20% below typical prices
- Price Drop Protection offers automatic refunds if flight prices decrease after booking
- Flight cancellations doubled in 2024, affecting 3.4% of flights
- Late-night flights (after 9 PM) have 57% higher cancellation risk
Insights
The 2025 Air Hacks Report and accompanying Flight Deals tool launch represent a strategic evolution in Expedia's market positioning. The 4% decrease in international airfares and 1% drop in domestic fares could drive higher transaction volumes, potentially offsetting the impact of lower prices on commission revenues.
The new Flight Deals tool, featuring 20% below-market fares, is a calculated move to capture market share in the increasingly competitive OTA space. By leveraging AI-driven price predictions and automated deal detection, Expedia is positioning itself as a value leader while potentially improving customer acquisition costs and retention rates.
Three key business implications emerge:
- The Price Drop Protection feature for Gold and Platinum One Key members creates a compelling incentive for customer loyalty program enrollment, potentially increasing lifetime customer value
- The focus on data-driven travel insights strengthens Expedia's authority in the travel space, differentiating it from competitors and potentially reducing marketing costs
- The combination of lower fares and enhanced tools could drive higher booking volumes during traditionally slower periods, improving seasonal revenue patterns
The partnership with Airlines Reporting adds credibility to Expedia's data insights and could lead to improved airline relationships and potentially better commission structures. The emphasis on premium cabin opportunities, with the premium-economy price gap down 10% since 2019, suggests a strategic push toward higher-margin bookings.
The new Flight Deals tool showcases Expedia's technological evolution in real-time price analysis and personalization. The system's ability to identify fares 20% below predicted prices requires sophisticated machine learning algorithms and robust data processing capabilities, representing a significant competitive advantage in the OTA space.
Key technological differentiators include:
- Customizable deal feeds that leverage user preferences and historical data to deliver personalized recommendations
- Automated price prediction models that process vast amounts of pricing data to identify genuine deals
- Integration with the loyalty program's Price Drop Protection feature, creating a seamless user experience
The technology stack behind these features positions Expedia to better compete with metasearch engines and direct booking channels. The implementation of custom alerts and filtered searches suggests advanced push notification systems and user engagement mechanisms that could drive higher app retention rates and booking conversions.
Report debunks eight air travel myths and highlights tips to save up to
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In addition to unpacking secrets to save, Expedia also announced a brand-new Flight Deals tool on its app: a customizable deals feed that lets travelers browse current flight deals from their home airport. Find deals to anywhere, or filter by destination and travel date, and create custom alerts. Travelers also don't have to wonder whether it's actually a good deal – Flight Deals only surfaces fares that are at least
- Myth #1: "Summer is the most expensive time to travel."
Busted: August is the cheapest month to travel, February and March are the most expensive. - Traveling domestically in August vs. February can save travelers
12% . Flying internationally in August vs. March can save up to7% .1 - Myth #2: "There's no best day of the week to book flights."
Busted: Booking on a Sunday can keep more in your wallet. - For the third year in a row, the data shows Sunday is the cheapest day to book flights. Domestic travelers can save
6% while international travelers can save17% compared to booking on a Monday or Friday.2 - Myth #3: "The day of the week I travel doesn't affect the cost."
Busted: Saturday and Thursday are the cheapest days to depart. - It's not just when you book, it's when you fly. Regardless of fare class and destination, flying on Thursday instead of Sunday can save travelers
17% . - Domestic travelers should depart on Saturday instead of Sunday to save
17% . On the international front, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly—travelers can save15% compared to flying on a Sunday.3 - Myth #4: "The further ahead you book, the cheaper it will be."
Busted: The sweet spot is closer to departure than you think. - Book domestic flights 1 to 3 months in advance to save
25% compared to last-minute bookers. - Book international flights just 18 to 29 days before departure and save up to
17% versus booking three months out or more.4 - Waiting too long to book can be a high-risk, high-reward strategy. On one hand, you could snag an awesome deal. On the other, you could end up with longer layovers, sold-out flights or a higher ticket price. Luckily, there's no need to wait to book or worry about overpaying. Price Drop Protection on the Expedia app provides an automatic refund for the difference if a flight price drops on Expedia after booking – and it's free for Gold and Platinum One Key members.**
- Myth #5: "Airfare goes up every year."
Busted: Average ticket prices are down. - Domestic economy tickets are down
1% from last year, and international economy tickets are4% cheaper. In 2024, the average ticket price for domestic flights was$462 $464 $849 $882 - Myth #6: "Premium tickets are always too expensive to consider."
Busted: The difference between premium and economy has come down. - Thinking of upgrading? It's more affordable than ever. The price gap between premium and economy tickets is down
10% compared to 2019.6 - Myth #7: "Every flight I take is full."
Busted: Evade crowds by traveling during quiet periods. - Tuesday is the quietest day of the week to travel, and February is the quietest month. July, on the other hand, sees
65% more flights than February.7 - Myth #8: "There's nothing I can do about delays and cancellations."
- Busted: Morning flights are much less likely to be cancelled.
- Cancellations doubled in 2024, impacting
3.4% of flights. Here's how avoid them: - Flights that depart after 9 p.m. have a
57% higher chance of being cancelled compared to those that leave earlier in the day. Flights departing between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. face the lowest rate of cancellations.8 - August and September see the lowest rate of cancellations (
1.2% ). August also sees the shortest average delays, making it one of the smoothest months for travel.9
"It's smart to keep the 2025 Air Hacks in mind when booking flights, but the best hack is to let technology find the best value. Set up Price Alerts, rely on Price Drop Protection to swoop in and reimburse you if prices drop, and use Expedia's new Flight Deals tool to see where you can fly for at least
"Airfares are down, the end of summer is the cheapest time to fly, and booking too far out can actually cost you money – these realities fly in the face of advice floating around the internet," said Fish. "It makes sense to trust the billions of data points from across the world and every airline that go into the Expedia Air Hacks report."
"ARC's data provided valuable insights into debunking travel myths for Expedia's 2025 Air Hacks Report that will go a long way to helping travelers prepare for their 2025 vacations," said Chuck Thackston, managing director of data science and research at ARC. "In 2025, affordable premium and economy fares can help
Plan a trip today and put these hacks to work by visiting https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/air-hacks.
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*Flight Deals – Expedia predicts flight deals based on historical data collected from searches made on or by Expedia. See site for details. Find Flight Deals in the Expedia app on the "Discover" or "Search" tabs.
**Price Drop Protection - Available for a fee on select flights. Refund will be the difference if the price of your flight on Expedia drops. Where Price Drop Protection is free, Expedia Gold and Platinum tier members will be refunded in OneKeyCash. Terms apply. See site for details.
*** Price Tracking lets you know/alerts you when it's best/the right time to book. You never have to wonder if you booked at the right time, because you did. Price predictions are not a guarantee. Available to members on select routes.
[1] The cheapest month to travel is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through December for 2024, sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
[2] Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024, sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
[3] Best day of the week to depart recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October for 2024, sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
[4] Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024, sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
[5] Price development information is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October for 2024 & average round-trip ticket prices for January through October for 2023, sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
[6] First and business travel premium % over economy is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024, compared to the same period in 2019, sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
[7] The quietest day and month to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
[8] Most reliable time of day to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight-status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
[9] Most reliable month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
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