Browse Christmas Flight Specials at Webjet

Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year, making it a great time to experience a new culture. While December is notorious for being an expensive time to travel, if you plan ahead, you can get some great Christmas flight deals for the holiday season.

Living in New Zealand, you’re probably used to warm Christmas celebrations complete with a barbecue, pavlova, and time spent outdoors with family. But everywhere in the world does Christmas a bit differently. Much of the Northern Hemisphere experiences a white Christmas with snow, cold weather, hot drinks, Christmas markets, and skiing. It’s a totally different experience to Christmas in New Zealand and an exciting way to spend your holiday. Alternatively, you can stick to hot weather by planning a trip to somewhere tropical. Many islands and hot climates have embraced the Christmas spirit, and you can also spend time lying on the beach, going for hikes, and taking part in lots of outdoor activities.

No matter what type of Christmas you’re looking to have, Webjet will help you find Christmas flight specials to get you where you want to go. Book cheap Christmas flights through Webjet, and we can assure you it will be a holiday you’ll never forget!
 

Tips to find the best deals

Book Christmas Flight Specials Several Months in Advance

With December typically being the most expensive month to fly, you'll want to start researching Christmas flight specials early. This is especially true if you'll be booking long-distance Christmas flights. If you plan to visit Europe or North America, you'll get the best rates 3-6 months before the holiday. The best Christmas flight deals tend to come out about 22 weeks before your travel dates. For cities located further north in Asia, such as Tokyo, Seoul, and Hong Kong, you'll want to start looking at flights 3-5 months in advance. For Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, you can still get a bargain up to a month and a half before Christmas, and even some great last minute deals.

Look for Last Minute Christmas Flight Deals

If you have your heart set on a certain destination, you may not want to risk waiting until the last minute in case flight prices continue to rise. However, if you are open to several different destinations, you could benefit from waiting until the last minute to book your flights. When flights still have space, airlines will decrease prices close to the departure date as a way to sell more seats. Sometimes, you can even get the best rates on Christmas flights the same week you'll be departing. By booking at the last minute, you can save up to 15% on airfare! Travelling from New Zealand's major airports, you could score great last minute flight deals to Australia, several islands in the South Pacific, some Southeast Asian cities, and even some further destinations, such as Los Angeles.

Book Cheap Christmas Flights Midweek

The day of the week that you book flights can make a big difference in the price you pay. Many people book flights on Saturdays and Sundays, causing airlines to raise prices for those days to match the demand. During the week, prices almost always go down, making it the perfect time to book. You can usually get the best Christmas flight deals on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Be Flexible with Dates for Christmas Flights

When you are searching for flights, play around with dates a little bit. If you don't need to stick to certain dates, consider leaving a couple days earlier or coming home a few days later if it's cheaper. Over the holidays, 28 December is a popular day for people to fly home, causing Christmas flight prices to increase on that day. You could save some money by extending your holiday an extra day.

Be Open to Stopovers

If booking long-distance Christmas flight specials, plan for some stopovers in order to get the best deal. If you are travelling to Europe, stopovers are common in Singapore, Bangkok, and Dubai. Flights to North America often include stopovers in Brisbane, Los Angeles, or San Francisco if you'll be flying to Canada or the eastern part of the USA. Make the most of a long stopover, and see it as a chance to see an extra city during your trip!

Compare Christmas Flights to Smaller Cities vs Hub Airports

Flights to popular cities can often experience higher prices due to higher demand. When booking Christmas flight deals, compare flights to the city you're hoping to visit as well as smaller cities close by. If you would love to experience New York City at Christmas time, also check out flights to nearby Philadelphia. If you are dreaming of visiting Paris, look at flights to Amsterdam or Brussels as well. Once you arrive, ground transportation is quick and easy. Plus, it's a way to see an extra place during the holiday!

Book Christmas Flights and Hotels Together to Save Big

Not only does Webjet help you find the best Christmas flight deals; we'll help you book your Christmas flights and hotel together to save you some time and even more money. When you follow this link, simply enter in your departure airport, destination, and travel dates, and we'll find you great flight and hotel packages for the Christmas season. When you bundle your Christmas flights and hotel with us, you can save hundreds of dollars per traveller. That's a lot of extra money to put toward enjoying your holiday! To view bundles for Christmas flights and hotels, click here. No matter where you plan to spend this Christmas, Webjet will help to make sure it's one you'll always remember.
 

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