Whether you pay for your tickets with cash, points or miles, booking your flight at the right time can help you get the lowest price and the best availability. Unfortunately, there's no simple answer to the question of when is the best time to book a flight.
But, you can find award availability with some programs if you book right when award space becomes bookable. And, although rates may drop later, you can sometimes find decent paid rates shortly after the booking window opens.
This article provides data we've collected about when revenue flights and award flights become bookable through popular airline programs. It also includes other details you may need to know about booking a flight in advance.
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