The Cheapest Airfare Sites for 2026—Ranked!
Flying can be stressful, and ticket prices don’t make it easier. If you’ve ever spent hours hunting for the cheapest flight, you know the struggle. Which site really gives you the best deal? Frommer’s just dropped its annual study, and the results might surprise you.
What They Did
Frommer’s tested 18 booking sites using 32 itineraries—last-minute flights, trips planned three months ahead, big airports, and smaller ones. They skipped those awful fares with marathon layovers or crazy detours. The goal: find sites that deliver low prices and a good experience.
Big Changes This Year
Tripadvisor, a longtime favorite, is out. Two other sites and an app didn’t make the cut either. So who’s on top now?
The Winner
Momondo takes first place for 2026. It never served up a bad fare during testing and nailed both last-minute and advance bookings. Bonus: it shows checked baggage fees, so you know the real cost before you click. Downsides? It’s a little slower than Google Flights—but worth the wait.
The Top 10 Airfare Sites for 2026
- Momondo
- Skyscanner
- Skiplagged
- Google Flights
- Flight Network
- Hotwire
- Expedia
- Booking.com
- Priceline
- Agoda