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How to book holiday travel this year, from the best day to find cheap flights to snagging free hotel upgrades

Chrissie McClatchieNov 11, 2022, 18:22 IST

To get ahead of long lines and wait times at airports, arrive at least two hours before departure from domestic flights.Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

  • Holiday travel this year is expected to meet and even surpass pre-pandemic levels.
  • Insider spoke to four travel and airline experts for tips on how travel easily and cheaply.
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The holidays are usually a peak time for US travelers, and this year holiday travel has been predicted to climb to pre-pandemic levels.

Air travel is expected to be very busy during the holidays.Horacio Villalobos#Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images

Tuesday is the best day to book for lower prices, and try to avoid flying on the weekends.

Look for flights on Tuesdays after most airlines discount their prices.Westend61/Getty Images
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If your flight is canceled or delayed, get in touch with the airline as soon as possible to rebook.

If your flight is canceled, you can save time by using the airline's app to rebook.NurPhoto/Getty Images

For those planning to check bags, arrive at the airport with time to spare.

Arrive to the airport early if you need to check bags.picture alliance/Getty Images
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If your luggage doesn't arrive at the destination with you, speak to an airline representative before you leave the airport.

If your luggage is lost, don't leave the airport without speaking with an airline worker about how you'll get it back.Brady MacDonald/Insider

If your luggage was lost while traveling internationally and the airline isn't offering a solution, cite the Montreal Convention.

For many international passengers, the Montreal Convention offers an additional layer of protection.Paul Ellis/AFP via Getty Images
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When it comes to accommodations, booking directly with the hotel is your best bet for the lowest prices.

Hotels often match the rates on third-party discount sites and can offer more flexible cancellation policies.Moyo Studio/Getty Images

If you stay at a hotel on a traditionally lower occupancy day like a Sunday or a Thursday, there's a better chance for an upgrade.

Don't be afraid to ask the hotel clerk if you can upgrade to a nicer room.Grand Residences Riviera Cancun
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Ultimately, the best thing experts say you can do when traveling for the holidays this year is plan ahead as much as possible and prepare for last-minute changes.

If you're booking air travel this season, plan ahead and be prepared for changes.Michelle Mishina for Insider
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