I need help. How do I know I have good price for a flight from Sacto to Orlando? (m)

[ciscogizmo1]

I'm trying to book flights for December 26th to January 3rd. I want an early flight which is more expensive so that we arrive in Orlando around 4:30 pm. I've been looking on Orbitz & Travelocity. However, I can't figure out if the flight price is good. Am I traveling during peak season? Should I wait for a sale? Confused. I've gotten a really good price to Orlando last May for $285 per person including tax. But I'm not sure if I should expect to see those type of prices or if the time of the year I'm traveling sales are not common?

Help?

Thanks,
Tina

 

[sfwilshire]

You have definitely selected peak travel dates. You might try flying on Christmas day. Sometimes the holidays are less popular for flights. I would also be more flexible on times. You can't really do a lot anyway with a 4:30 arrival unless you are very energetic.

Sheila

 

[JillChang]

I concur, flying on Xmas day is better. Returning after Jan 8 also helps, after the school is back. This is one of the busiest holiday

 

[ciscogizmo1]

Thanks, I kinda figured it was peak season. The only reason I want 4:30 pm arrival is because the next arrival times are usually around midnight or later. So, I'd prefer the earlier time. I think we'll just have pay a little more to get what we want.

Thanks,
Tina