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 $45. Other options include Melbourne and Brisbane where you can get deals for $52 and $61.

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

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Cheap Last Minute Flights to Sydney

Thu, 18 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

06:00 - 07:25OOL-SYD

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06:00 - 07:20SYD-OOL

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$144Jetstar

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Sat, 20 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

18:20 - 19:50OOL-SYD

1h 30mdirect

06:00 - 07:20SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$151Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 18 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

06:00 - 07:25OOL-SYD

1h 25mdirect

07:20 - 08:40SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$153Jetstar

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Thu, 18 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

06:00 - 07:25OOL-SYD

1h 25mdirect

06:00 - 07:20SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$157Jetstar

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Thu, 18 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

06:00 - 07:25OOL-SYD

1h 25mdirect

06:00 - 07:20SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$160Jetstar

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Sat, 20 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

20:50 - 22:15OOL-SYD

1h 25mdirect

07:20 - 08:40SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$163Jetstar

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Thu, 18 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

06:00 - 07:30OOL-SYD

1h 30mdirect

19:50 - 21:10SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$193Virgin Australia

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Thu, 18 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

06:00 - 07:30OOL-SYD

1h 30mdirect

19:50 - 21:10SYD-OOL

1h 20mdirect

$264Virgin Australia

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Thu, 18 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep

06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD

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22:00 - 23:35SYD-MEL

1h 35mdirect

$366Qantas Airways

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Fri, 19 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep

06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD

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22:00 - 23:35SYD-MEL

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$367Qantas 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 $45. Other options include Melbourne and Brisbane where you can get deals for $52 and $61.
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 Qingdao 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.