If you consider the cost of gas versus the cost of an airline ticket
you might be tempted to drive to Las Vegas. Understand that if you
decide to drive there is the brutal drive home that somehow never
seems as fun as the anticipatory trek to Vegas.
Consider a few tips for flying to Las Vegas:
You should buy in advance, waiting until the last minute usually
only means that you will be paying more. In order to book a cheap
vacation you will need plan a bit in advance.
Compare fares before you purchase, use Kayak.com to check fares
side by side with different sources. If you are going cheap utilize
tools that allow you to check multiple fares at the same time.
It’s far less frustrating when you can actually compare real dollar
amounts.
Utilize smaller airports in your area. For example; the convenience
of flying out of Burbank or Ontario Airport coupled with slightly
lower fares is a huge advantage over the mess that is Los Angeles
international Airport. Parking cost less at regional airports
and congestion is often a non-issue.
If flying on a Saturday, prices go down slightly and there is
traditionally less congestion at the airport, however hotel rates
for Saturday nights in Las Vegas are absurdly overpriced. Instead,
pay just a bit more and arrive on a Sunday and realize a huge
savings on accommodations.
Always check the airline websites prior to booking a fare for
the best rates. These days airlines are trying hard to cut corners,
that means offering flights at a better price than discounters
in order to save on commissions.
