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Post by alibama on Aug 11, 2014 16:42:08 GMT
I too would love to know the answer to this. Can you even buy open ended tickets anymore?
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Post by Basket1lady on Aug 11, 2014 16:57:14 GMT
I would call the airlines. I'm not sure they have open ended tickets anymore?
Be aware that one way tickets will earn you more scrutiny and extra security checks. A few years ago, we had a return flight canceled and were rebooked. But it was coded as a one way ticket and the ticket counter warned us we would get an extra look. Sure enough, all four of us got to second base with TSA.
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Post by bc2ca on Aug 11, 2014 17:39:02 GMT
I haven't bought an open return ticket in years, so not sure if it is still an option. The first step is to check the cost difference between 2 one way tickets and a roundtrip + change fees for your airports.
Check out ALL nearby airports.
The largest nearby airport gives more options for flights, times, airlines, etc. LAX isn't our closest airport, but it is sometimes worth the drive.
Smaller/discount airlines often fly out of smaller airports and all will be listed on airport website (for example, Southwest flies from Orange County or LAX to Chicago Midway instead O'Hare). These airlines might not be on Expedia, so go right to their websites. Allegiant is one that we use and it can offer unbelievable deals but only flies certain days.
When I have a trip planned I'll figure out my route first, then track the price fluctuations for a couple of weeks before buying.
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Post by annabella on Aug 11, 2014 17:43:21 GMT
Some airlines, like jetblue, as you go through the booking process they show you each direction priced separately, which would mean that buying a one way ticket wouldn't cost you more. However you don't have the luxury of buying your return ticket way in advance so then the price could be higher. Flying on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is cheapest.
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