Best dates to fly in August and September to save money

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5 things about passenger airplanes to that you probably didn’t know

Whether you’re a frequent flier or have only flown on a passenger aircraft once in your life, here are five things to know about passenger planes.

Maybe you’ve already taken your vacation and figure, summer fun is over now. Or maybe you didn’t take a trip this year because you thought airfare prices were out of reach.

The good news is there are still flight deals available for vacation travel – even for second trips – if you travel on these magic dates of August and September. Note: These dates can vary by a day or two, depending on departure and destination cities.

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Magic dates in August

• Aug. 10: Prices drop for flights to Europe, but consider waiting a little longer because fares will drop again.
• Aug. 20: Prices for U.S. flights drop but mostly for midweek departures.
• Aug. 27: Prices for U.S. flights drop significantly on all days of the week.

Example: We looked at prices for United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to New York (round-trip, non-stop). The cheapest flights in mid to late July cost $517, but dropped to $297 in late August. Note: Airfare prices can and do change without warning, so you may not find these exact prices, but they were available in early July. In any event, it gives you a pretty good idea about what you can save.

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Magic dates in September

• Sept. 8: Fares for Europe flights drop again.
• Late Sept.: Domestic fares will be very good deals and the bargains will continue through early November.

Example of the savings: We looked at fares on American Airlines from Boston to London (round-trip, non-stop). The cheapest flight in early August was $1,093; by late September, the fare dropped to an incredible $354.

How to find Magic Dates

1. Always shop an airfare comparison site; it’s the only way to determine which carrier has the best deal.

2. Use the above August and September dates as an outline when creating an itinerary; then move the dates a day or so, earlier or later, to see which days are best for your route. You’ll know you’re on the right track when prices drop.

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3. Accept some inconvenience. Flying super-early or super-late in the day can often save money, as can driving an extra hour or two to a bigger airport. Only you know if the money you may save is worth the hassle of this inconvenience.

Note: These are useful shopping tips for summer and the rest of year, so keep them in mind for Thanksgiving or Christmas. These holidays are closer than you think!