π‘ What Are Error Fares?
Error fares (also called mistake fares) occur when airlines accidentally publish incorrect prices due to human error, currency conversion mistakes, or IT glitches. These deals can offer savings of 50-90% off normal prices. The key is acting fast β most are corrected within hours!
This Month's Best Finds
December 2024 has been an exceptional month for error fares. Our team of fare hunters monitors prices 24/7 across hundreds of routes, and we've spotted some truly incredible deals. Here are the top 10 error fares we found:
London Heathrow β New York JFK
Business ClassExpiredManchester β Tokyo Narita
EconomyExpiredEdinburgh β Dubai
First ClassExpiredLondon Gatwick β Bangkok
Business ClassExpiredBirmingham β Los Angeles
Premium EconomyExpiredLondon β Sydney
Business ClassExpiredGlasgow β Miami
EconomyExpiredLondon β Singapore
Business ClassExpiredManchester β Cape Town
EconomyExpiredLondon β Maldives
Business ClassExpiredHow to Catch Error Fares
Error fares are notoriously difficult to catch because they're usually corrected within hours. Here's how to maximize your chances:
- Subscribe to deal alerts β We monitor prices 24/7 and send instant notifications when we spot error fares
- Be flexible β Error fares often have specific date restrictions
- Book first, ask questions later β Most airlines honor error fares, and refundable booking options protect you
- Act fast β Most error fares last only a few hours
- Check multiple departure airports β Sometimes only certain routes are affected
Will Airlines Honor Error Fares?
Good news: most airlines honor error fares once booked. EU regulations and consumer protection laws make it difficult for airlines to cancel confirmed bookings. In our experience, about 85% of error fare bookings are honored.
However, we recommend:
- Wait 24-48 hours before making non-refundable arrangements
- Use refundable booking options where possible
- Don't publicize your booking on social media immediately
- Book directly with the airline when possible
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