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Step-by-Step: Finding a Cheap Airfare

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Draw up a budget and stick to it.

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com
This advice applies to every part of your trip, but it starts with hotels and airfares. Many times, spending extra money on these items does not necessarily guarantee a better experience. On airfares, you should determine a range of times you can depart and return. Keep in mind that most low fares require a weekend stay and advance purchase time of two or three weeks. Also watch carefully for fares that are advertised at low rates, but balloon when add-on fees are assessed.Read more
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