Cheap holiday deals for 2020 travel: when to book flights

By Claire Schofield
Published 14th Oct 2019, 15:21 BST
Updated 14th Oct 2019, 16:21 BST
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There may still be a while to go until 2020 rolls around, but it's never too early to start planning your holiday adventures for next year.

Being organised and booking your travels early not only gives you something to look forward to, it can also save you a lot of money.

Finding the best deals

Booking your holiday well in advance could help you to bag a cheaper bargain than taking a trip last minute, according to online travel agency, Opodo.

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The travel firm assessed the average prices for return flights from the UK and Ireland for both short haul and long haul destinations to determine the best time to start booking your holiday.

Opodo looked at customer bookings made between July 2018 and June 2019 to identify trends and prices, providing a handy insight into how to land the cheapest flights and take advantage of the best deals.

Here are some top tips to bear in mind when booking your holiday next year.

The best month to book flights

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January is the best month to book flights to make big savings

January is the best month to book a holiday, with the average flight price costing just £241 for trips leaving from the UK.

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