Why is the price different on the partner’s site?

It can be frustrating to see one price on Cheaplyfly and another on the partner’s site. There are a few common, honest reasons for the difference. Knowing them helps you decide quickly whether to book.

Our prices come from recent searches

The prices on Cheaplyfly were found in recent searches across partner sites. They show what the route has cost recently, and they are usually a good guide. But they are not a live quote.

The partner’s site checks live availability at the moment you arrive. That live price is the one you pay.

Why fares move

• Limited seats at each price. Airlines sell a small number of seats at the lowest fare. When those are gone, the next fare is higher.
• Frequent updates. Airlines change fares many times a day, based on demand and how full the flight is.
• Number of travelers. Our prices are per adult. If you search for several people, there may not be enough seats at the lowest fare for everyone, so part of the group is priced higher.
• Currency. The partner may show the price in a different currency, and exchange rates move.

Extras that change the total

Some partners show a base fare first and add options as you go. Common extras include:

• Checked bags or a larger cabin bag.
• Seat selection.
• Flexible tickets or travel insurance.
• Payment or card fees on some sites.

Look for what is already included and remove anything you don’t want before you pay.

What you can do

1. Check that the dates, airports, number of travelers and cabin on the partner’s site match your search.
2. Compare the total with the bags and options you actually need.
3. If the price has gone up, return to Cheaplyfly and look at the nearby dates strip or other flights in the list.
4. If you are not ready to book, set a price alert and we will email you if the fare drops.

If this, then that

• If the partner’s price is lower, great: a cheaper fare has appeared since our price was found.
• If the partner shows “no availability”, the fare has probably sold out. Try another result.
• If the difference is large on every result, check the currency and the number of travelers first.

Our guide to the true cost of a cheap fare explains how extras add up, and when to book flights covers how prices move over time.

Still stuck? Contact us and tell us what you saw. For questions about a booking you have already made, the partner you booked with can help fastest.