Which destinations have the best last-minute deals?

Right now, the best destination for a last-minute flight is Melbourne, where you can get a last-minute ticket for $54. Other options include Sydney and Brisbane where you can get deals for $63 and $77.

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

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Cheap Last Minute Flights to Sydney

Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

09:20 - 11:50

OOL

SYD

1h 30mdirect

07:20 - 07:40

SYD

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1h 20mdirect

$139Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 4 Feb

12:00 - 14:40

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1h 40mdirect

07:05 - 07:40

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1h 35mdirect

$143Jetstar

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

14:35 - 17:15

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SYD

1h 40mdirect

07:05 - 07:40

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1h 35mdirect

$148Jetstar

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

19:40 - 22:15

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SYD

1h 35mdirect

06:20 - 06:50

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BNE

1h 30mdirect

$156Jetstar

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

12:00 - 14:40

MCY

SYD

1h 40mdirect

07:05 - 07:40

SYD

MCY

1h 35mdirect

$156Jetstar

Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 4 Feb

19:40 - 22:15

BNE

SYD

1h 35mdirect

06:20 - 06:50

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1h 30mdirect

$157Jetstar

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

16:20 - 18:55

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1h 35mdirect

07:05 - 07:40

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MCY

1h 35mdirect

$160Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

16:20 - 18:55

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SYD

1h 35mdirect

08:10 - 08:45

SYD

MCY

1h 35mdirect

$170Virgin Australia

Tue, 3 Feb - Thu, 5 Feb

09:20 - 11:50

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1h 30mdirect

08:20 - 08:40

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1h 20mdirect

$228Virgin Australia

Sat, 31 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

06:00 - 08:30

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1h 30mdirect

13:50 - 14:10

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OOL

1h 20mdirect

$271Virgin Australia

Useful Info

Which destinations have the best last-minute deals?
Right now, the best destination for a last-minute flight is Melbourne, where you can get a last-minute ticket for $54. Other options include Sydney and Brisbane where you can get deals for $63 and $77.
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 Air India 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 6 days before departure. Tickets are most expensive 1 day before departure.
For international flights, the best last minute prices are generally found 6 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.