Flight Hacks - When to Book

When it comes to finding the right flight at the right price - timing is everything.

According to a new report from Expedia, certain days of the week are more fruitful than others when it comes to saving on airfare.

So…Instead of booking on a Friday, wait until Sunday. Travellers who did their booking on Sundays saved an average of 15 percent on domestic flights and 10 percent on international flights.

With last minute deals fewer and farther between, booking ahead is crucial. But just how far ahead should you book your flights? The same report found the sweet spot is a little over two months out - 71 days to be exact. Travellers who booked in that window saved an average of nearly 40% on airfare.

Those who booked three months before their departure saved an average of 10 percent on international flights.

If you like to give yourself even more leeway and prefer to book further in advance - you may pay more for that assurance.

The report found domestic fares can actually be more expensive in the 4-to-5-and-a-half-month range.