How to Know If Your Google Flight Is Profitable
I have commitment issues – at least when it comes to airline reservations.
I sit there, staring at my screen, my mouse hovering over a flight that I found on Google, and I think to myself: what if it’s too expensive? What if I book too early? What if there was a much better deal around the corner, out of reach?
Well, you can finally put those questions to bed thanks to a new and much needed customization added to Google Flights this week.
What it is? When you book a flight on Google, as usual, you will see your list of available flights – now under this list you will find a function that will tell you if the flights you are considering are actually cheaper or more expensive. , or typical for this route.
It is calculated based on the average fares for the previous 12 months for similar trips, taking into account your departure airport, destination airport and travel dates (you can also click on the Details tab to find out the total price range for your planned trip, from steep end to the desired cheaper fare).
This is a subtle feature and you should know that this is not a price indicator as Pizza in Motion pointed out, so there are no guarantees. You may also find that the tool is only available for certain routes, so it has not yet been deployed for all flights. However, it is a necessary tool to help you calm down a bit when booking your flight, especially if you are unsure of the right time to hit. Does the fare in Honolulu look cheaper than usual? There is no reason not to book this.
If you’re the type of person with travel commitments issues, hopefully that gets you pulling the trigger a little faster.