When it comes to travelling it can cost an arm and a leg, especially if you’re flying from the UK and have kids.

However, experts have shared what you need to know when it comes to bagging those cheap flights. 

This is according to Netflights who have put together their top tips for saving money when it comes to booking flights in summer and beyond in 2024.

Book in advance

It can be tricky to secure a last-minute deal if you aren’t looking in the right places as airlines increase their prices closer to the departure date.

The experts suggested booking six weeks in advance to ensure you’re getting the best summer deal.

You will need to keep an eye out for spring sales too as airlines look to fill seats up on summer flights.

However, if you’re good at organisation and know when you want to go away, book even further in advance.

This will guarantee you’ll save those pennies especially when it comes to long-haul flights. 

In particular, booking four to six months before your departure date can save you hundreds in flight costs.

Fly out midweek

While for some it may mean that you have used more of your annual leave up, it would be worth it in the long run especially when it comes to saving cash. 

Research found flying on Tuesdays and Wednesdays offers the best prices. When experts looked at some of the most popular destinations you could see hundreds of pounds in savings by taking advantage of a Tuesday or Wednesday flight.

A colossal saving of up to £580 can be made when booking to fly on Tuesday or Wednesday.

This is according to Netflights who analysed flights to popular destinations throughout June, July and August.

When they compare midweek with other departure days, huge savings of up to £580 can be made when flying to Mauritius in August.

Meanwhile, those looking to fly to Australia in June could save up to £324 by choosing a flight on a Tuesday or Wednesday.

Be flexible

We know it is easier said than done with getting everyone’s schedules together and booking time off from work.

However, to take advantage of cheaper flights, be flexible with your departure dates if you can.

Airlines raise flight prices as demand increases so being flexible and selecting a less popular departure date can save you hundreds of pounds. 

The cheapest flights can usually be found by avoiding the school holidays, as the demand for summer getaways lowers. But of course, if you’re flying with family it is hard to avoid.