Best time to book flights for Christmas including insider tips for cheaper travel
Summary
Alternatively if youre thinking of a holiday before the key festive period, then aim for the 16th December which Skyscanner found to be the quietest day for travel. Research from travel planners Rome2rio last year offered some insight on when to book depending on the destination - after all, some people are after Christmas European markets, others want some winter sun. Check out what they found below... Europe: Prices look to increase steadily the closer to December you leave it, so unless youre willing to risk waiting for a last-minute deal, its worth booking in advance. As Philipp Brinkmann, CEO of Tripsta has previously explained: "Getting the best flight deal is never an exact science as prices are generally always changing, driven by specific consumer demand at any one time. To give you a helping hand, the travel insiders at booking site Tripsta have shared their secrets for beating the system to snag a bargain.