With the increase in demand during school holidays, Eid Al-Fitr and Al-Adha

Travel agencies: Air ticket prices will rise during 4 major peaks in 2023

The increased demand for travel during the current year is reflected in the prices of airline tickets.

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Managers and workers in travel and tourism agencies said, “The year 2023 will witness four major peaks in air travel, starting from the local market, coinciding with school holidays and scheduled annual vacations,” noting that the demand for travel during those periods will rise to record levels, and thus prices will increase. flight tickets.

They explained to «Emirates Today», that «the main peaks of the current year, include: the spring break in the middle of next March, and the Eid al-Fitr holiday in the second half of April, as well as the period of school summer vacation coinciding with the Eid al-Adha holiday at the end of June, in addition to the holiday. winter and holiday seasons in December,” stressing the importance of early planning for vacations, and booking tickets well in advance of travel dates.

Continuous rise

In detail, Yassin Diab, Director General of Al-Faisal Travel and Tourism Agency, said, "The demand for air travel is still witnessing a continuous rise," expecting that "this demand will continue during the current year, which will be reflected in the increase in airline ticket prices, especially during peak periods." .

Diab added, "The main periods in which the demand for travel from the local market rises coincide with school holidays, events and public holidays scheduled similar to each year."

He pointed out that airline ticket prices are generally high during those periods, in light of the usually high demand, but the levels of these prices gradually increase as the number of seats sold on the flight increases, and therefore it is necessary to book early, to take advantage of fixed price rates before they rise.

holidays

Diab pointed out that next March will witness a school holiday for two weeks, as it is expected that the demand for travel will increase during that period for round trips, in addition to the Eid Al Fitr vacation in the second half of April.

He stated that "expectations indicate a period of strong demand with the peak that coincides with the summer vacation for schools, and the Eid al-Adha holiday at the end of June," expecting that "some days during this period will witness strong levels of travel."

winter vacation

Diab indicated that the demand for travel also increases during the month of December, coinciding with the winter vacation for schools and the holiday seasons, stressing the importance of early planning for vacations and calculating days accurately to take advantage of the advantages of early booking, and book tickets well in advance of travel dates.

He said, "In the event that there is a change in the appointments for the customer, then he will be forced to pay additional fees as a result of modifying the ticket."

Diab added, "A large number of customers find themselves facing very high prices if they want to book tickets only a few days before the travel date during peak periods," noting that early planning gives the customer an advantage in reducing travel and tourism expenses by large proportions.

And he indicated that «the earlier the reservation is made in relation to peak periods, the greater the volume of price options available to dealers».

advance plan

For his part, Amin Al-Awadi, General Manager of Al-Awadi Travel Company, said, "Travel during peak periods requires a prior plan and precise dates, while ensuring that all travel requirements and documents are valid and early booking to take advantage of the price advantages at their normal levels," noting that reservations The delay, which precedes the travel date by a few days, strains the customer’s budget.

Al-Awadi explained that «for example, the price of a ticket to a destination is within the range of 2000 dirhams a few weeks before the travel date, but it rises to 3500 dirhams a few days before the travel date during peak periods», indicating that in this case the ticket price is higher. By 75%, which increases the financial burden, especially for booking groups of families.

He added that «airline ticket prices are usually high during peak times when airlines expect a large demand for travel, but this does not mean that early booking for these flights may reduce costs by large proportions», pointing out that «it is possible to book a long and sufficient period before the date Travel".

Ticket categories

And Al-Awadi indicated that “there are several categories of tickets, prices vary between them according to their advantages, as customers can choose flexible tickets that allow for adjustments in the event of something happening without paying exorbitant fees,” stressing that early planning is the basis for traveling with a reasonable budget during a period peak.

He explained, "This applies to travel packages and tourist holidays, which include airline tickets, hotel reservations, and other services that should be prepared for in advance."

peak periods

Al-Awadi stated that “the peak periods of air travel during the current year coincide with the period of holidays and holidays, including school holidays in March and summer, in addition to the winter holidays in December, and there is also a holiday for Eid Al-Fitr and Al-Adha,” pointing out that the demand may be Greater during the Eid al-Adha holiday, coinciding with the summer vacation.

destinations

In turn, the Executive Director of Dubai World Travel, Badr Ahli, said, "Airline ticket prices rise significantly to some of the most popular destinations during the usual travel seasons," noting that the demand for travel, during these periods, exceeds the number of scheduled flights that take place. Operated by air carriers, which is reflected in the average ticket price.

My family added, "The matter also applies to popular tourist destinations among the country's residents during the summer vacation season, as the cost of spending a vacation in them increases," pointing out that advance reservation allows sufficient flexibility for the customer at much lower prices, compared to reservations made in the last days before the date of travel. .

Early bookings

Ahli explained, “With regard to early reservations, the prices of flexible tickets that provide the advantages of modification or refund without charge or for a small fee are higher compared to tickets that are restricted or subject to recreational offers, but the flexible option is better compared to other tickets, which may cause losses of most of their value in the event Amendment due to an emergency in the traveler's schedule.

As for early reservations, especially those subject to promotional offers, my family stated, “The customer must read the terms and conditions carefully to get acquainted with all their conditions.”

Arab destinations

Badr Ahli, CEO of Dubai World Travel, said, "The timing of ticket reservation varies from one destination to another, depending on its popularity and levels of demand, as well as the number of flights operated by air carriers to and from it."

Ahli added, “With regard to Arab stations and destinations, it is preferable to book at least three months before the date of travel.”

The 4 peaks

■ Spring break in mid-March.

■ Eid al-Fitr holiday in the second half of April.

■ The school's summer vacation coincided with the Eid al-Adha holiday at the end of June.

■ Winter vacation and holiday seasons in December.

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