How to Find Cheap Flights from the UK: 15 Tips That Actually Work
Fares change constantly, but the cheapest travellers follow the same habits. Here are the tips our agents use every day to bring the price down.
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View all FAQsSearch for your route and dates, choose a flight from the results and enter your passenger details. One of our UK-based travel consultants will then confirm the live fare, baggage and conditions with you by phone or email before any payment is taken and your e-ticket is issued.
Prices shown include taxes and are based on live availability at the time of your search. Airline fares can change quickly, so your consultant will confirm the final price before ticketing. If the fare has changed we will always tell you before you pay.
Yes. Our consultants have access to negotiated and unpublished fares on many routes, especially to Africa, Asia, the Middle East and the Caribbean. If you cannot find what you need, call us for a quote.
Once your fare is confirmed you can pay by debit card, credit card or bank transfer. We only accept cards belonging to the lead passenger, and we never ask for card details through an unsecured form or email.
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Changes and cancellations depend on the airline's fare rules. Some fares are fully flexible, others are non-refundable. We always explain the rules before you book and can help with changes after ticketing. Airline fees and fare differences may apply.
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We are especially strong on routes to West, East and Southern Africa, South Asia, the Middle East and the Caribbean, including flights to Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Dhaka, Islamabad and Kingston.
For long-haul trips, three to six months ahead is usually the sweet spot. For Christmas, Easter and the summer holidays, book even earlier. Midweek departures and flexible dates nearly always bring the price down.
Looking for more comfort? Ask our consultants about discounted business class and premium economy fares, which are often available on routes to Africa, Asia and the Middle East.