Which destinations have the best last-minute deals?

Right now, the best destination for a last-minute flight is Sydney, where you can get a last-minute ticket for $57. Other options include Melbourne and Brisbane where you can get deals for $67 and $116.

Which airlines offer the cheapest last-minute tickets?

The airlines currently offering the cheapest last-minute airfare are United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Generally, check for flights with Centrum Air who often offer low-priced tickets right up until departure.

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Cheap Last Minute Flights to Sydney

Thu, 1 Jan - Thu, 8 Jan

06:10 - 08:50

BNE

SYD

1h 40mdirect

18:25 - 18:55

SYD

BNE

1h 30mdirect

$201Jetstar

Thu, 1 Jan - Thu, 8 Jan

06:10 - 08:50

BNE

SYD

1h 40mdirect

06:20 - 06:50

SYD

BNE

1h 30mdirect

$208Jetstar

Fri, 2 Jan - Fri, 9 Jan

06:10 - 08:50

BNE

SYD

1h 40mdirect

21:30 - 22:00

SYD

BNE

1h 30mdirect

$225Jetstar

Wed, 31 Dec - Sat, 31 Jan

19:35 - 22:10

BNE

SYD

1h 35mdirect

21:30 - 22:00

SYD

BNE

1h 30mdirect

$229Jetstar

Thu, 1 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

06:30 - 07:55

MEL

SYD

1h 25mdirect

07:00 - 08:35

SYD

MEL

1h 35mdirect

$229Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Jan - Tue, 6 Jan

06:10 - 08:50

BNE

SYD

1h 40mdirect

20:00 - 20:30

SYD

BNE

1h 30mdirect

$231Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Jan - Thu, 1 Jan

06:00 - 08:35

OOL

SYD

1h 35mdirect

21:45 - 22:05

SYD

OOL

1h 20mdirect

$238Jetstar

Thu, 1 Jan - Thu, 8 Jan

06:30 - 07:55

MEL

SYD

1h 25mdirect

19:00 - 20:35

SYD

MEL

1h 35mdirect

$251Virgin Australia

Mon, 29 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan

06:00 - 08:30

OOL

SYD

1h 30mdirect

20:20 - 20:40

SYD

OOL

1h 20mdirect

$280Virgin Australia

Wed, 31 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan

19:20 - 21:50

OOL

SYD

1h 30mdirect

21:30 - 21:50

SYD

OOL

1h 20mdirect

$283Virgin Australia

Useful Info

Which destinations have the best last-minute deals?
Right now, the best destination for a last-minute flight is Sydney, where you can get a last-minute ticket for $57. Other options include Melbourne and Brisbane where you can get deals for $67 and $116.
Which airlines offer the cheapest last-minute tickets?
The airlines currently offering the cheapest last-minute airfare are United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Generally, check for flights with Centrum Air who often offer low-priced tickets right up until departure.

If you’re booking last-minute airfare for domestic destinations, then KAYAK data suggests it’s best to book 7 days before departure. Tickets are most expensive 1 day before departure.
For international flights, the best last minute prices are generally found 7 days before departing, while tickets are at their most expensive 1 day before departure.
Flexibility is key for getting the best last minute deals. Our data shows that Tuesday is the day when last minute tickets were cheapest, while Saturday is the most expensive.
To have the best chance of a last-minute flight with KAYAK, set up a Price Alert for your desired route and dates.