Expert warns cheap plane tickets, basic economy fares, layovers and third‑party booking can derail trips and add fees.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. gorodenkoff / iStock.com For many travelers, a direct flight to their vacation destination is the holy grail of ease and ...

To get a cheaper flight, buy a ticket to a destination you have no intention of visiting. In what is called “throwaway ticketing,” passengers could snag a less costly flight by booking a flight with a ...

If you’ve ever booked a flight that wasn’t a straight shot from Point A to Point B, chances are you’ve seen the word “layover” pop up in your itinerary. The first time I had a layover, I didn’t know ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For domestic layovers, 90 minutes is safest—even at smaller airports—so your bags can keep up. At major hubs, plan for up to two ...

Although prices are way down for airfare this summer — there’s no harm in wanting to save an extra buck where you can. Founder of the Cheap Holiday Expert and podcast host, Chelsea Dickenson, recently ...