Odd pricing to the Canary Islands, Dec 2020 to Jan 2021
Feb 13, 2020, 3:38 am
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So just so I understand no R or I, then economy class? Thanks
Feb 13, 2020, 3:54 am
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Hi,
Is it a bug, CE flights from LGW to LPA outbound next January on Saturdays over £500 compared to Fridays £167. Return flight is reasonable. I think this has altered in the last couple of days, shouldn't be sold out already they've only been out about a week. By comparison I paid £650 for this April including car hire and this is over Easter. Thanks for any advice.
Is it a bug, CE flights from LGW to LPA outbound next January on Saturdays over £500 compared to Fridays £167. Return flight is reasonable. I think this has altered in the last couple of days, shouldn't be sold out already they've only been out about a week. By comparison I paid £650 for this April including car hire and this is over Easter. Thanks for any advice.
At current prices though based on your comments I'd do 15th to 23rd and have an extra night somewhere.
Feb 13, 2020, 5:04 am
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From what I have seen historically It's quite common for Canary Islands pricing to be stupid 1 year out, but it's usually for every flight. { EG last month every Y flight to & from TFS between 15/12/20 and 8/1/21 was priced @ £800 return. } So it is possible they may drop in the next few weeks.
At current prices though based on your comments I'd do 15th to 23rd and have an extra night somewhere.
At current prices though based on your comments I'd do 15th to 23rd and have an extra night somewhere.
Feb 13, 2020, 5:33 am
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I think we've had this discussion before a few times, but this is crystal ball stuff, past performance is no guarantee of future outcomes. But as a very, very general rule, with very many exceptions, booking 6 weeks out is the best time to buy flights.
Feb 13, 2020, 6:32 am
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Feb 16, 2020, 1:06 am
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LON-TFS J availability
I'm looking to book flights to Tenerife over Christmas 2020 in Club Europe. The flights seem to be J9 C0 D0 R0 I0 for every flight over the late December period. I assume that can't actually reflect heavy sales to date, but is it normal for them to block everything but flexible business over school holidays? Or is that likely to change at some point in the future? I've never seen anything like that before.
Feb 16, 2020, 1:22 am
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I think there have been a few similar posts on other holiday routes over Christmas about this. What I suspect is that the computer is noting that it is getting a stream of bookings at the higher buckets, from those who feel they must book now. Therefore the algorithm doesn't see the point in cutting fares at this point, maybe that will change nearer in. It's an urban myth that booking well in advance gets you the best fare.
However as a Gold, you have the option of putting a redemption into ET - using a Gold Priority Reward if necessary - then cancelling / rebooking for cash or Avios later on, and without a fee.
However as a Gold, you have the option of putting a redemption into ET - using a Gold Priority Reward if necessary - then cancelling / rebooking for cash or Avios later on, and without a fee.
Feb 16, 2020, 5:41 am
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I think there have been a few similar posts on other holiday routes over Christmas about this. What I suspect is that the computer is noting that it is getting a stream of bookings at the higher buckets, from those who feel they must book now. Therefore the algorithm doesn't see the point in cutting fares at this point, maybe that will change nearer in. It's an urban myth that booking well in advance gets you the best fare.
Feb 18, 2020, 12:37 pm
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I'm looking to book flights to Tenerife over Christmas 2020 in Club Europe. The flights seem to be J9 C0 D0 R0 I0 for every flight over the late December period. I assume that can't actually reflect heavy sales to date, but is it normal for them to block everything but flexible business over school holidays? Or is that likely to change at some point in the future? I've never seen anything like that before.
Feb 18, 2020, 3:49 pm
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You’ll never (or only very rarely) see low bucket seats released this early. That’s because the only customers booking now are those who ‘have’ to travel on a set day and airlines can make money out of their perceived inflexibility. That and easyJet not yet selling, of course - you can bet prices will fall within days of the orange kings opening their doors.
Unless you’re willing to pay high class fares, the best advice by miles is to calm down, be patient, and book at a more reasonable time when fares are competitive. There’ll always be indirect routings if you get desperate. Or collect Avios and book when the flights first open, that’s how most people in this position manage it.
Unless you’re willing to pay high class fares, the best advice by miles is to calm down, be patient, and book at a more reasonable time when fares are competitive. There’ll always be indirect routings if you get desperate. Or collect Avios and book when the flights first open, that’s how most people in this position manage it.
Feb 18, 2020, 4:14 pm
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