Discover the cheapest flights

It depends on the carrier and the fare selected at the time of booking. If you’re travelling with a low-cost airline, this isn’t always possible unless you have a special, flexible fare (e.g. Flex). This is more common if you’re flying with a traditional airline, but they may be a handling fee deduction. Wondering if fares can be cancelled due to sudden illness or an accident? We suggest purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to make sure you’re covered for this.

It’s commonly believed that it’s best to book flights on certain days (e.g., on Tuesdays). Although airlines used to release tickets on set days, today algorithms change prices dynamically throughout the week based on demand. The departure date is now much more important than the booking date with statistics proving that mid-week flights (Tuesday to Thursday) are much cheaper than those on a weekend (Friday to Sunday).

Unlike the old paper tickets, most airlines now use electronic tickets (e-tickets), which you’ll be sent by email in the form of a PDF. You’ll also find these in many of the airline’s apps with an option to download it to your phone. They will include the most important information including; your unique flight reservation number (or PNR code), the passenger’s first and last name, and the flight route. You won’t be able to board the plane with this ticket so you’ll need complete the online check-in process to get your boarding pass.

At eSky, we believe that the key to success is flexibility and having the right tools. If you’re wondering how to find cheap flights, start with our search engine, which compares deals from hundreds of carriers in one place. And why limit yourself to one fixed date! With our flexible dates function you can check prices across a few days to help bring down the cost. It’s also worth expanding your search, from connecting flights to different airports - this will all help you find the best deal!

The fastest and most convenient way is to book via a flight search engine such as eSky. All you need to do is enter your departure airport, travel destination, dates and number of passengers, then click ‘search’. This will bring up a list of available connections from different airlines (low-cost and traditional). Next, you’ll need to choose a flight that suits you based on price and departure times before filling in the passenger information (all your details must be identical to those on your ID card or passport). There will also be an option to add extras such as checked baggage and seats. Once you’re booking is complete, you’ll receive a confirmation email — then it’s time to start counting down to your trip.

The rebooking process is the quickest online – simply look for the ‘Manage booking’ tab on the airline's website or app. You can usually change the flight date and route but this may incur an extra fee. If you’re travelling with a low-cost airline, the amendment fee is often more than the ticket price so it’s worth booking a flexible fare. Those travelling with traditional carriers will need to check with the airline as changes will depend on the fare as the cheapest options (economy class) don’t always allow you to make changes.

There are lots of myths around when’s the best time to book flights (e.g., early in the morning around 3am). However, modern airlines rely on advanced dynamic pricing, which means prices are based on supply and demand, and not the time you book. If you want to bag the best flight deals, we suggest you start looking a few weeks before you want to fly.

You can easily check the status of your flight by visiting the airline’s website or logging into their app. Or if you have the flight number you can quickly look it up online too. Another popular way to track air traffic is flight radar, which shows you flights in real time. This is great if you’re meeting a loved one at the airport as it also notifies you of any delays.

No. Flight tickets are typically non-transferrable as they are tied to your identity, which means the name on the ticket needs to match the passenger’s ID card or passport. If you want someone else to fly in your place, the airline will need to do a name change. There is usually a fee to do this and it can be pretty expensive, especially if you’re flying with a low cost airline as it can often exceed the cost of a new ticket.

You do not need a printed copy of the flight ticket (i.e., an email confirming your booking). But you may need to print out your boarding pass, depending on the airline you're flying with.You’ll get this once you complete the online check-in process with the option to print or download it straight to your phone in the airline’s app. Some low-cost airlines (Ryanair & Wizz Air) are much more restrictive with their rules and may charge extra to issue your boarding pass at the airport if it is not saved in the airline’s app.

An electronic ticket is sent to the email address provided at the time of booking. If you paid by card or through a fast payment system, the document should appear in your inbox - this should only take a few minutes. Remember to always check your ‘spam’ and ‘other’ folders as automatic messages sometimes land there. If you pay by a traditional bank transfer, it may take a little longer as you’ll need to wait for the funds to be credited.

Start by downloading the eSky app so you can see our daily deals - this is the quickest way to find great prices on soon-to-depart flights. It’s always worth booking a few weeks before you want to fly if you want to bag the cheapest tickets. If looking for the best last-minute prices, flexibility is key. With no set destination or dates, finding a great deal will be much easier.

Prices tend to drop when passenger demand increases. So it’s best to plan your trip outside of the peak travel months, usually late autumn ( November) and during the winter (January, February and March) excluding any school holidays. It’s also worth waiting for special promotional periods such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the January sales. While traditional airlines often release tickets in batches around 3 to 5 months before departure. This is more common on longer, international routes.

Esky’s search engine is a great choice for finding cheap flights as it compares all airlines, giving you the widest view on the market. As an independent platform, we check databases for both traditional and low-cost airlines from all over the world. We use advanced flight connections so routes are often better value than buying directly from the airline.

Instead of manually typing dates and destinations into the search engine, save yourself time by using Price Alerts (a free tool available on our website and app).They’ll work with you to find your dream route while we do daily price checks. As soon as the ticket price drops, you’ll be notified by email or you’ll get a message straight to your phone, which means you can stay on top of changes without having to do daily searches.

We’ll send your flight ticket to the email address provided at the time of booking. If you paid by card, BLIK, or fast transfer, a message with your ticket should appear in your inbox - this should only take a few minutes. In the case of a traditional bank transfer, you may be waiting a little longer (several business days) due to interbank settlements. Always remember to check your ‘spam’ and ‘other’ folders as automatic messages sometimes land there.

You do not need to print out your electronic tickets (i.e., the email containing your reservation confirmation from eSky). You shouldn’t have any problems as long as you have your boarding pass, which you’ll get once you’ve completed the online check-in process. If you still want a paper copy of your confirmation, simply open the email we sent you and click ‘print’ or download the attached PDF so you can print it at home.

We are an intelligent flight search engine and modern travel office in one. You give us the destination and date you want to travel, and we’ll compare hundreds of airlines from all over the world (both traditional and low-cost) to find you the best deal. With the help of our advanced technology, we create special routes that you won’t get from any airline, at a better price. And you can do it all in one place, from buying your ticket and booking your hotel to hiring a car and adding insurance.

Your electronic ticket from eSky is the email you receive after you book. This is your reservation confirmation, and will include a PDF containing all of your trip’s most important details such as your multi-character, unique PNR code (airline reservation number), names of passengers, route, dates, flight time and any information about pre-booked baggage. Remember: this email is your booking confirmation, and the boarding pass is the document you receive after check-in so you can board the plane.

Check-in is a key step before your flight as this is when the airline assigns seats and issues your boarding pass. If you buy your tickets from eSky, we offer an online check-in service for many airlines. All you need to do is provide your details as shown on your ID card or passport and we’ll send you your boarding passes (when your airline opens its check-in) by email. If you want to check in on your own, simply go to the airline’s website and log in using your reservation number( PNR), which can be found on your electronic ticket.

Yes! Booking with eSky will save you time and money. There’s no need to open tons of tabs so you can check prices with each airline when we give you a full view of the market on one screen. We also offer unique solutions such as virtual transfers (combining flights with different airlines into one trip), which means you can get to where you want for less. From insurance to accommodation - we take care of the extras too making the booking process so much smoother.