“As a result, prices are always more expensive for Friday flights. If you travel on a Saturday instead, you can save hundreds of pounds on long routes.
Short-haul travel is different, says Penny, because European airlines know that Britons are more likely to fly round-trip with different carriers, so competition keeps prices lower. “But no matter where you’re going, booking last minute is never a good idea,” says Penny. “Almost always more expensive than booking in advance.”
Beware of hand luggage liquid “catch”
In 2024, the 100 ml hand luggage liquid rule will finally end (in some airports, at least). Airports have been given until June to upgrade their scanning technology to a system that does not require liquids to be limited to 100 ml or placed in a plastic bag at airport security, although some – including Manchester and Gatwick airports – have warned that early 2025 is a more realistic deadline.
But when you are returning to Britain, be warned: “If the airport of your destination does not have the relevant technology, you will not be able to take your large liquids in your hand luggage on the return leg “, he advises. Telegraphic travel‘s Greg Dickinson.
“A fraction of the EU’s 347 airports use the new technology, and the decision to expand liquid quotas on flights is a government issue, which means most passengers will have to wait a while to hear the benefits of the rule change.”
Scan your key documents
If you are ever unfortunate enough to lose your passport, vaccination record or insurance documents overseas, having digital back-up scans is incredibly useful.
