tinyurl.com Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from bender and more videos in the Air Travel category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at tinyurl.com Nothing makes a flight more pleasant than knowing you got your ticket at the lowest possible price. To complete this How-To you will need: Computer with internet access Telephone Some patience Flexibility Step 1: Plan ahead Plan ahead. Airfares are usually lowest if you book at least 21 days in advance. Step 2: Be flexible Be flexible about departure and return dates. Fares are generally cheaper if you stay over a Saturday night. Tip: The best fares are often available on Wednesdays between midnight and 1 am; that’s when most airlines readjust their prices for the week. Step 3: Consider alternate airports Consider alternate airports. Say you want to go to New Orleans. Flying into Baton Rouge may be cheaper, and it’s only an hour away. Step 4: Check online travel sites Search online travel sites like travelocity.com, cheapflights.com, expedia.com, hotwire.com, and bestfares.com. Check at least three before making your selection, since fares can vary by hundreds of dollars. Step 5: Check airline’s website Before making a purchase on a travel site, head to the actual airline’s website. Sometimes, booking through the airline itself …

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