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 $72. Other options include Brisbane and Melbourne where you can get deals for $79 and $102.

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 TAG Airlines who often offer low-priced tickets right up until departure.

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Mon, 24 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov

05:05 - 07:40BNE-SYD

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06:00 - 06:30SYD-BNE

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$248Virgin Australia

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov

05:05 - 07:40BNE-SYD

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20:00 - 20:30SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$250Virgin Australia

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Sat, 22 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

19:00 - 21:40MCY-SYD

1h 40mdirect

07:05 - 07:40SYD-MCY

1h 35mdirect

$258Jetstar

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Mon, 24 Nov - Tue, 31 Mar

20:55 - 22:20AVV-SYD

1h 25mdirect

08:10 - 09:45SYD-AVV

1h 35mdirect

$258Jetstar

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

16:35 - 19:10BNE-SYD

1h 35mdirect

18:25 - 18:55SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$259Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

18:30 - 19:55MEL-SYD

1h 25mdirect

17:00 - 18:40SYD-MEL

1h 40mdirect

$259Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 22 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov

06:00 - 07:25AVV-SYD

1h 25mdirect

06:00 - 07:35SYD-AVV

1h 35mdirect

$268Jetstar

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Mon, 24 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

16:15 - 18:50BNE-SYD

1h 35mdirect

06:20 - 06:50SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$270Jetstar

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Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov

06:00 - 08:30OOL-SYD

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19:20 - 19:45SYD-OOL

1h 25mdirect

$318Qantas Airways

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Thu, 20 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov

06:00 - 08:50MCY-SYD

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19:50 - 20:25SYD-MCY

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$332Qantas Airways

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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 $72. Other options include Brisbane and Melbourne where you can get deals for $79 and $102.
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 TAG Airlines 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 5 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.