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How do I book a last-minute flight?
Booking a last-minute domestic flight: speed, flexibility, and live availability.
Quick answer
For a last-minute flight, search with full flexibility on airports and times, travel carry-on only, book as early within the day as you can, and confirm check-in and baggage cutoffs immediately. Availability moves fast near departure, so compare live rather than refreshing a saved search.
Exceptions worth remembering
- Same-day fares are variable — neither price nor seats are guaranteed until ticketed
- Nearby airports sometimes have the only workable departure
- Next-day departures may be the realistic answer for tight timelines
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