Last-Minute Flight Deals: How to Fly This Week for Less

Published 25 Jul 2026 · Updated 21 Aug 2026 · FlyLemo

What actually happens to fares in the final days

Most fares climb in the last two weeks because the cheap buckets have sold and the airline is pricing for people who have to travel. Two things still work in your favor: seats the airline would rather sell cheaply than fly empty, and consolidator space that was never published. The first shows up on our results; the second only shows up on the phone.

How to search when the trip is tomorrow

• Run the search and read the seven-day strip above the results. Leaving a day earlier or later sometimes changes the fare sharply.
• Try the other airport. Late fares differ more between airports than between airlines.
• Take the early-morning or late-night departure. Those seats are the last to sell.
• Check one-stop itineraries; a connection through a hub can be far cheaper than the last nonstop seats.
• Book the moment you find it. At this range a fare can disappear while you compare.

Why the phone matters more at short notice, not less

Call 1-856-513-6369 with the route and the earliest you can leave. The desk is staffed around the clock, the agent can see the same live inventory you see plus the unpublished rates, and the booking still gets a human check before ticketing so a rushed name typo does not follow you to the airport. The e-ticket and the airline's PNR come by email as soon as the airline issues them; the trip page shows the status in between.

Frequently asked questions

Can I book a flight for today on FlyLemo?

Yes, as long as the airline still has seats and you can reach the airport in time. Search online or call; for same-day travel, calling is quicker because an agent can check availability and get the booking reviewed straight away.

Are last-minute business-class seats ever cheap?

Sometimes. Airlines occasionally release premium seats at short notice rather than fly them empty, and consolidator premium fares are phone-only. Ask the agent to check both cabins.

What is a last-seat fare?

The fare for the final seats an airline is prepared to sell in a given class, sometimes from agency-only inventory. They are unpredictable, which is why we say call rather than promise one.

Will I get my ticket in time if I book hours before departure?

Usually, yes. The booking is reviewed and ticketed promptly and you receive the e-ticket and airline PNR by email. Tell the agent your departure time so it is handled with that in mind.