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 $55. Other options include Melbourne and Brisbane where you can get deals for $61 and $78.

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 Tropic Air who often offer low-priced tickets right up until departure.

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Sat, 15 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

06:00 - 07:25AVV-SYD

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06:00 - 07:35SYD-AVV

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$165Jetstar

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Sat, 15 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

13:45 - 16:15BNE-SYD

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19:00 - 19:30SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$202Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 15 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec

06:05 - 08:40BNE-SYD

1h 35mdirect

17:00 - 17:30SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$204Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov

06:10 - 08:50BNE-SYD

1h 40mdirect

06:20 - 06:50SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$216Jetstar

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Mon, 17 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

20:25 - 22:15HBA-SYD

1h 50mdirect

06:00 - 07:50SYD-HBA

1h 50mdirect

$230Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 16 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

12:35 - 14:25HBA-SYD

1h 50mdirect

06:00 - 07:50SYD-HBA

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$242Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 17 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov

16:35 - 19:10BNE-SYD

1h 35mdirect

06:00 - 06:30SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$246Virgin Australia

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

07:35 - 10:10BNE-SYD

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17:00 - 17:30SYD-BNE

1h 30mdirect

$249Virgin Australia

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Mon, 17 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

06:00 - 08:50MCY-SYD

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19:50 - 20:25SYD-MCY

1h 35mdirect

$329Qantas Airways

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Thu, 13 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov

06:00 - 08:50MCY-SYD

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19:50 - 20:25SYD-MCY

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$355Qantas 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 $55. Other options include Melbourne and Brisbane where you can get deals for $61 and $78.
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 Tropic 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 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.