Best Time to Buy Christmas Flights in USA: 2025 Travel Guide

For domestic flights, it is better to book 6 to 10 weeks before Christmas, and for international flights, it is better to book 4 to 6 months before. 

The best time to buy Christmas flights is from late September to early October. During this time, you can easily grab the economical flight tickets as compared to the peak holiday season. 

No, whereas flights closer to Christmas get 30-60% more expensive than the flights booked in advance. You can try for December 25 to fly, but it still will not be as affordable as you will find now. 

We suggest you not wait for last-minute flight deals to get an affordable price. As the holiday season approaches, the flight prices get expensive.

December 3 is Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so many airlines offer promotional discounts on flights around the world. So, you can keep track and book immediately when the discount comes.