Cheap flights: Here are some tips to get the best deals [Video]

Travelling on a budget can be stressful, but there are ways you can ensure you’re getting the best deal on flights as the holiday season approaches.

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A report from the Flight Centre Travel Group earlier this year found travellers are paying significantly more to fly within Canada during the peak tourism season compared with last year, as limited capacity and competition outweigh softening demand to push up airfares.

Prices for domestic flights from July through September stood about 14 per cent higher on average than they did one year ago, according to the report.

Experts say while cheap travel can be complicated as airlines recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still strategies you can use to maximize your savings.

Travel expert Lorraine Simpson shared several tips to remember when searching for flight deals with CTV Morning …