11 Cheap Flight Tricks That Really Work

2. Fly midweek — pick Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday

Timing your travel days matters. Google Flights analyses indicate flying midweek—especially on Tuesday, Wednesday, and often Saturday—can be cheaper than weekend travel. On average, flying midweek saves around 13% compared with Friday–Sunday departures. Tuesday is frequently the single cheapest travel day, while Sunday usually trends toward the higher end of the price range.