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Compare Airfare
July 29, 2008 | Permalink
In the case that you don’t collect frequent flier miles for a specific airline, it’s likely that you just search for the lowest cost of the flight you need. This practice worked well when airlines would more or less offer the same services; now, with some airlines charging extra for baggage and food, you might be unable to tell what the final cost will be . While the flight you selected may have the lowest ticket cost, the airline may tack on extra fees, instead making it more expensive than the other options.
So how can you ensure that, when you’re booking your flight, it’s the final payment you make? A number of travel websites, such as SeatGuru.com, have conspired to put together a chart of additional expenses on each airline. The chart lists expenses such as the cost of in-flight food and any ticket change or oversized bag fees. By going through the list—and tacking on the prices for amenities you would like to make use of—you can get a good idea of what the final tally will be; and consider that you may be able to circumvent some of these fees. In addition—if you’re booking online—be sure to click through and see the taxes, fuel surcharge, and other collateral fees. Once all these surcharges are accounted for, you stand a better chance of getting the best deal.
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