The Internet abounds with web sites and information about bargain airfares and package deals. Money saving options include: consolidators, wholesalers, bucket shops, couriers, charters and special offers by major airlines. However, in spite of many improved Web-based reservation systems, we still recommend the services of a competent travel agent who will work to find the best prices based on individual requirements.

Some points to consider when using the Internet to find bargain airfares:

• Except for major airlines and smaller US and European carriers, there are several reliable international carriers that do not yet have an Internet presence.
• The bulk of the Internet deals cater to the US market. Some itineraries such as South America to Europe or Europe to Asia/Australia, can be less expensive by routing the flight through the US.
• Many airlines have Air Passes that can only be purchased outside the destination countries. This is one of the best deals for travel within larger countries like Australia (Qantas), or groups of countries such as the Caribbean (BWIA) or Southeast Asia (Cathay Pacific). These are not all promoted on the Internet so be sure to check with the airline or travel agent.
• If you do not live in the US or Europe, some US and European airlines now offer deals from destination cities back to their main hub.
• Most of the last minute email deals offered by US airlines are only suitable for weekend jaunts.

Here is a listing of companies that offer special fares on the Internet. With few exceptions, we do not list travel agencies due to the large volume involved. We welcome all suggestions to improve this page.

• Aer Lingus has a nice selection of Irish holiday packages as well as special offers for travel from Ireland to New York and major cities in the UK and Europe.  
• Airstop tries to give its customers the lowest worldwide fares from Brussels, Amsterdam, Antwerp and Luxembourg. They maintain a page of Special Offers and will also notify customers whenever a lower fare becomes available. Prices are quoted in Belgian francs.
• Aero Mexico’s Faresavers highlight discounted travel between US and Mexican cities.
• Air Transat is a charter airline that flies the world, operating mainly between Canada and Europe in summer (April-October) and between Canada and popular sunny destinations in winter (November-March). Canadian gateway cities include Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Halifax.
• Alaska Air has web promotions from various western US cities to Alaska.
• American Airlines has Net SAAver fares as well as specials for seniors.
• American Trans Air (ATA) is a US charter carrier that offers scheduled service from Chicago to major US cities as well as Cancun, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, Grand Cayman, Montego Bay, Jamaica, Aruba and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Rates are competitive and there are also special Net Fares.
• British Airways advertises "Special Offers" that originate in the UK, US and other countries. This airline provides access to numerous destinations worldwide.  
• Campus Travel serves the student and youth community in the UK with competitive fares to Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe and the Americas.
• Cape to Cairo offers discount and consolidator airfares to Africa, Israel and the Middle East from the US.
• Cathay Pacific has cyber offers for flights that originate in a variety of cities worldwide.
• Cheap Flights claims to be the best source for bargains from the UK, US, Canada, and Australia and NZ.  
• Condor Flugdienst is a German charter airline serving global destinations from Germany.  
• Connections is a Belgium based travel agency for students, young people and independent travellers.
• eXito Travel has special air fares from the US to Latin America.
• Flight Comparison specialises in comparing and finding the cheapest scheduled flights offered by leading online travel agencies. It also features a quick and easy search tool and provides data covering a whole year of flights.
• Iberia Airlines provides service from Spain to major cities in Europe and the rest of the world. Be sure to check their "Offers" which include monthly specials, student discounts and promotions.
• jetBlue Airways has travel deals from NYC to major US cities and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
• Kaven Travel advertises consolidator airfares to Europe from major cities in the USA.
• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has special offers that are available from various cities worldwide.
• Lee's Travel is a UK based consolidator specializing in the Far East and Australasia. There are some great special offers and student fares.  
• LTU International Airways offers year round and seasonal service between Germany and numerous international destinations. This web site also provides an extensive travel guide to Germany and one of the most complete Student Travel Sites for Europe plus a 10% airfare discount for students!  
• Midwest Express Airlines connects Milwaukee with major US cities and Toronto, Canada.
• Northwest Airlines promotes their Deals and Other Specials online. Additional information is available by calling 1-800-692-6961.
• Southwest Airlines provides Special Offers in addition to their already well priced fares for travel between major US cities.
• STA Travel Group is the world's largest travel company for students and young people.
• Sun Country Airline is a charter service operating from Minneapolis/St. Paul with destinations to major US cities, Aruba and St. Maarten.
• Sunspots International has wholesale flights and vacation packages to the South Pacific including Australia and New Zealand.
• Travel Secrets is an informational website that features not only great deals but also helpful opinions such as airports to avoid.
• Virgin Atlantic has special offers to destinations worldwide.

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