Why Are Night Flights Usually Cheaper

By: Vaishali Kapila

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Ever wondered why tickets for late-night flights often cost less than daytime ones? Here's why flying after dark can be lighter on your wallet.

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1. Low Demand Means Lower Fares

Most travellers prefer morning or afternoon flights. Since fewer people choose to fly at night, airlines reduce prices to fill seats.

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2. Off-Peak Airport Operations

Airports are less busy at night. With fewer flights and reduced congestion, operational costs go down, allowing airlines to offer cheaper tickets.

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3. Fewer Business Travellers

Business trips usually happen during the day. With fewer corporate passengers booking nighttime flights, demand drops, leading to lower fares. 

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4. Unfavourable Flight Timings

Late departures or early-morning arrivals can easily disrupt passengers' daily schedules, so airlines compensate by offering lower fares.

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5. Limited Connectivity Options

Night flights often come with fewer connecting routes or longer layovers between flights, making them less convenient and therefore cheaper.

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