2024-02-03 23:32:06
A flight attendant has revealed the top three mistakes travelers make when booking plane tickets, explaining that these mistakes are often the cause of a chaotic trip.
Caroline originally outlined these mistakes – and tips for fixing them – in 2022. However, her video has resurfaced as millions prepare to book tickets for their next summer vacation.
“I hope this makes your travel experience a little smoother,” the flight attendant said as she gave her advice.
Leave late!
Firstly, Caroline said many people make the mistake of booking flights for the followingnoon or evening.
The flight attendant urged everyone to buy a plane ticket for early in the morning, as there is less chance of delays.
“I know you don’t want to get up at 3 a.m. to catch a 5 a.m. flight. But I promise you that the earlier your flight is, the smoother everything will go,” she assured.
Underestimating layover time
The second mistake commonly made when booking a trip is the layover time.
According to Caroline, many travelers are not careful regarding the timing of their connection, which often leads to unnecessary stress.
“If you book a connecting flight, make sure you have at least two hours between the two flights,” she advised, noting that planes are often delayed during peak summer periods.
She also suggested international travelers allow three hours between flights, giving them plenty of time to clear customs before boarding the second flight.
Caroline warns that many third-party providers only allow 30 minutes for the transfer.
“You don’t want to be stressed and rushing following your flight and not being able to get on the next flight, when the one following that is overcrowded,” she said.
Evolve in the dark
The third and final mistake travelers make is not downloading the airline app as soon as they book a ticket online.
“It will be a huge help when you’re moving around the airport,” says Caroline, who adds that the hack has made preparing for a flight much more seamless.
“You can find out if there are delays and get information regarding your connecting flight and its boarding gate,” she exemplified.
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