The best time to book flights AND The best airline credit cards

My advice for the best fares: Travel during slower periods, such as January or May.Fares usually have the most adjustment 90-120 days prior to traveling. This can be good or bad, either raising or lowering flight costs.Some people say that certain days of the week are better for finding low fares. This is a myth. Airfares are constantly adjusting, and you can get low fares any day of the week, and any time of day.It IS true that flying on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Saturdays are often the least expensive days to travel.Book as early as you possibly can for holiday travel. You’re not the only one who wants to get away at those times!Airlines often include price hikes 21, 7, and 3 days prior to travel. Waiting to book till the last minute usually isn’t the best advice.For international travel, the sweet spot is often six to nine months prior to travel. If you’re traveling close to a holiday (or in Europe during the summer), nine to eleven months usually has the best rates, before everyone else has thought about it. The names of the cards are:• Delta SkyMiles American Express• Alaska Airlines Visa Signature Credit Card• United Explorer Card• Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card• JetBlue Plus Card• Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard (American Airlines)And the additional three are:• Chase Sapphire Preferred Card• Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card• Chase Freedom Flex