After more than a year of travel restrictions, the world is slowly opening up to international travel. And with that, those deprived of the opportunity to explore new parts of the world – or revisit their favorite places – are on the hunt for affordable flight deals.
Gone are the days when you had to call a travel agent or go directly to an airline’s website for the best deals. Now you can do everything with the comfort of that device you carry in your pocket.
Without further ado, here are the six best flight booking apps for your iPhone.
1. Skyscanner
Skyscanner is a knowledgeable and frequent traveler favorite, and it’s not hard to see why. The app interface is clean and easy to use, and you also get various options to filter your search.
When using Skyscanner, you can decide whether you want to fly direct or open to stops in between. You can also choose the airlines you want to fly and if you want to add extra cities for your trip.
2. momondo
momondo is a flight booking service that originated in Copenhagen, Denmark but has since expanded globally. As with Skyscanner, you can choose to travel between two locations or add more cities.
When filtering your searches on Momondo, you can choose the banking method you use to find the cheapest surcharges. You can also choose whether to be flexible with your dates and which websites your search will include.
3. Kiwi.com
Kiwi’s flight booking app is simple and allows you to search for flights anywhere in the world. Like the other options here, you can choose which carriers you prefer and how many bags you travel with.
When using Kiwi, you can also choose to exclude countries you don’t want to change, along with your budget and mode of transportation you want to choose.
If you need accommodation and transportation when you land, you can also use Kiwi to search for rental cars and hotel rooms.
4. Omio
Omio is not just a flight booking app, but it still lets you explore your options in this regard. On the homepage, simply write your start and end point along with the dates you want to travel.
When using Omio, you can choose to filter your flights based on your price range and the time of day you want to travel. You can also choose how many stops you want to add and whether you want to prioritize the fastest flight.
Once you’ve booked a flight, you can add your tickets in the app so you can keep them handy. Besides planes, you’ll also find tickets for bus and train travel.
5. SKIING
KAYAK is somewhat similar to Momondo in terms of design. Within the application you will be able to see an overview of the countries you can and cannot travel to; By clicking see all, the app will take you to a world map overview.
When booking a flight, you can see how much a flight will cost depending on whether the dates you choose are green, yellow or red. You can also filter by airlines, airports, flight quality and more.
After searching for a flight, you can also check when it’s cheapest to fly to your destination; You will see an option for this above the flights listed in your search.
Bonus Option: Google Flights
Google Flights doesn’t have an app for iOS or Android, but the website is mobile-optimized and worth mentioning in this list.
On the Google Flights website, you’ll see if you’re allowed to visit the area you’re looking for due to COVID-19 restrictions. On top of that, you can also get an overview of the average prices for your trip.
In the tabs next to Google Flights, you can explore your destination in more detail even before you travel. You’ll see the best food, attractions, and more.
Find Better Flight Deals from Your iPhone
Searching for the best budget flights is easier than it used to be, and there are plenty of iPhone apps to assist you in your quest. Many have kept the pandemic in mind and will show you where you can and cannot travel before making any reservations.
These apps are not very different, so try them all and see which one suits you best. Be sure to research travel restrictions before spending any money, though.
