Aviasales Features: Every Tool You Need to Find Cheap Flights
From the flexible date calendar that shows prices across an entire month, to the interactive price map that visualizes cheap destinations worldwide, to smart price alerts that watch fares for you 24/7 — every feature is designed with one goal: saving you money on every flight you book.
Core Search Features — The Foundation of Every Aviasales Session
1. Flexible Date Search (Monthly Calendar View)
The single most powerful feature for saving money on flights. Instead of searching one specific date at a time, the monthly calendar view displays the cheapest fare for every day of an entire month at a glance.
How to use it:
- Enter your origin and destination
- Click on the departure date field
- Select "Show prices for the whole month"
- The calendar displays prices for every day (green = cheapest, red = most expensive)
- Click any green date to instantly search that combination
Best for:
- ✅ Leisure travelers with 2–3 day flexibility
- ✅ Digital nomads with open schedules
- ✅ Budget-conscious travelers hunting the lowest fare
- ✅ Anyone planning vacation trips 2+ months in advance
2. Standard Date Search (Point-to-Point)
For travelers with fixed dates — business trips, events, flights to meet specific deadlines — the standard search finds every available option for your exact dates in 3–5 seconds.
Supported search parameters:
- Origin airport or city (all airports)
- Destination airport or city (all airports)
- Departure date (exact)
- Return date (exact, or one-way)
- Number of adults (1–9), children (2–12), infants (0–2)
- Cabin class (Economy, Premium Economy, Business, First)
3. Multi-City Routing (Up to 6 Legs)
Perfect for complex itineraries like backpacking Europe, round-the-world trips, or business travel with multiple destinations.
Example use cases:
- 🎒 Europe tour: NYC → London → Paris → Rome → Barcelona → NYC
- 🌏 Asia circuit: LAX → Tokyo → Bangkok → Bali → Singapore → LAX
- 💼 Business tour: Chicago → NYC → Miami → Dallas → Chicago
- 🌐 Round-the-world: SFO → Tokyo → Dubai → London → NYC → SFO
4. Open-Jaw Itineraries
An open-jaw itinerary is when you fly into one city and return home from a different city. Aviasales handles these seamlessly.
5. One-Way Search
For travelers who don't yet know their return date — digital nomads, relocators, open-ended adventures — the one-way search finds the cheapest outbound option.
Advanced Filters — Narrow 500+ Results to the Perfect Flight
Complete Filter List
| Filter Category | What It Does | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Stops | Nonstop, 1 stop, 2+ stops | Balance price vs convenience |
| Total travel time | Set max journey length | Avoid 30-hour marathon routes |
| Departure time window | Morning, afternoon, evening, night | Avoid 5am flights if you hate mornings |
| Arrival time window | Set when you land | Avoid midnight arrivals |
| Airlines | Include or exclude specific carriers | Stick with airlines you trust |
| Alliances | Star Alliance, OneWorld, SkyTeam | Earn loyalty miles consistently |
| Layover airports | Specify preferred hubs | Avoid chaotic airports |
| Layover duration | Set min/max connection time | Avoid stressful 35-minute connections |
| Aircraft type | Exclude specific models | Avoid the Boeing 737 MAX if you prefer |
| Baggage rules | Carry-on only / checked included | Prevent hidden baggage fees |
| Price range | Set max budget | Focus on options you can afford |
Filter Combinations for Common Traveler Types
| Traveler Type | Recommended Filter Combo |
|---|---|
| Budget backpacker | Max 2 stops, max 24 hrs total, any airline |
| Business traveler | Nonstop or 1 stop, specific alliance, max 12 hrs |
| Family with kids | Nonstop preferred, 1pm–9pm arrival, checked bag included |
| Digital nomad | 1 stop OK, 1–4 hr layover, any day of week |
| Miles collector | Specific alliance, star alliance partner airlines |
| Red-eye hater | Departure 7am–10pm, arrival 9am–11pm |
Price Tracking & Alerts — Let Aviasales Watch Fares for You
1. Price Alerts (Set Them & Forget Them)
The most powerful price-tracking tool in your arsenal. Create an alert on any route, and Aviasales will email you whenever fares drop.
- Run a search for your intended route and dates
- Click the "Track price" button (bell icon) at the top of results
- Confirm your email address
- Aviasales monitors the route 24/7 for you
- Receive email notifications when prices drop
- Click the email link to book instantly at the new lower price
2. Historical Price Tracking
See how a route's price has moved over the past weeks and months to know whether today's price is actually a good deal.
3. Price Forecast Indicators
- 🟢 "Buy now" — Current price is in the lower range for this route
- 🟡 "Wait a bit" — Prices are elevated; a drop is likely
- 🔴 "Book immediately" — Fare is near historic lows; unlikely to go lower
Alert Strategy by Trip Type
| Trip Type | When to Start Alerts | Expected Price Drops |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic US (1-month notice) | 4–6 weeks out | 5–15% |
| International (3-month notice) | 8–12 weeks out | 10–25% |
| International (6-month notice) | 16–20 weeks out | 15–35% |
| Holiday travel | 4–6 months out | 10–20% |
| Last-minute (2-week notice) | Immediately | 5–10% or flash drops |
Inspiration Tools — For Travelers Without Fixed Destinations
1. Interactive Price Map
Visual heat map of cheap flights worldwide from your home airport. Green X markers highlight best deals.
- Open the Price Map section
- Enter your departure city or let it auto-detect
- Zoom in to any region
- Look for the green "X" markers — those highlight the cheapest current deals
- Click any destination to see exact dates and prices
2. "Anywhere" Destination Search
Type your origin, set your dates, select "Anywhere" as destination, and Aviasales returns a ranked list of the cheapest destinations you can fly to.
3. Popular Destinations by Season
- 🌸 Spring: Japan cherry blossoms, Tulip fields in Netherlands
- ☀️ Summer: Mediterranean islands, Scandinavia
- 🍂 Autumn: New England foliage, European wine regions
- ❄️ Winter: Caribbean, Southeast Asia, ski destinations in the Alps
4. Trending Destinations
See where other travelers are booking right now — often a signal of upcoming deals as airlines add capacity.
Aviasales Mobile App — Rated 4.9★ with 5,000+ Reviews
App Ratings & Downloads
| Platform | Rating | Number of Reviews | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple App Store (iOS) | 4.9 / 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 5,000+ | 10M+ |
| Google Play Store (Android) | 4.7 / 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 500,000+ | 50M+ |
Mobile-Exclusive Features
🔔 Push Price Alerts
Get instant push notifications the moment a tracked fare drops.
📴 Offline Ticket Storage
Your booked itineraries and flight details are stored offline.
💰 Mobile-Only Deals
Exclusive app deals not available on desktop.
🌙 Dark Mode
Easier on the eyes during late-night searches.
🔐 Biometric Login
Securely access saved bookings with Face ID or fingerprint.
📱 Home-Screen Widgets
See tracked route prices at a glance without opening the app.
Feature Parity: Desktop vs Mobile App
| Feature | Desktop Web | iOS App | Android App |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight search | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Multi-city | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Price alerts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Interactive price map | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| "Anywhere" search | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Advanced filters | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Offline ticket storage | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Push notifications | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Biometric login | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Dark mode | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Home-screen widget | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
Hotels & Trip Add-Ons — Beyond Flights
1. Hotel Search
Aviasales' hotel tab aggregates hotel prices from leading booking providers.
Hotel search partners:
- 🏨 Booking.com — Largest global hotel inventory
- 🏨 Hotels.com — Rewards loyalty program
- 🏨 Agoda — Strong coverage in Asia-Pacific
- 🏨 Expedia — Package deal integration
- 🏨 Trip.com — Growing global reach
2. Currency Converter
Displaying prices in 50+ currencies with real-time exchange rates.
3. Baggage & Fees Calculator
Calculate the true total cost including bags to compare airline options accurately.
4. Airport Information
Each airport in search results links to detailed airport info: terminal maps, ground transport, typical connection times.
Coverage & Partners — Why We Find Flights Others Don't
Airline Coverage — 728+ Carriers Worldwide
Major Alliances Covered
| Alliance | Major Airlines Covered |
|---|---|
| Star Alliance | United, Lufthansa, Air Canada, ANA, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways, Air China |
| OneWorld | American Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Iberia, Finnair |
| SkyTeam | Delta, Air France, KLM, Korean Air, Aeromexico, China Eastern, Virgin Atlantic |
Major Low-Cost Carriers Covered
| Region | Low-Cost Carriers |
|---|---|
| United States | Southwest, Spirit, Frontier, Allegiant, JetBlue |
| Europe | Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet, Vueling, Transavia, Norwegian |
| Asia-Pacific | AirAsia, Scoot, Jetstar, Peach, IndiGo, Cebu Pacific |
| Latin America | Volaris, VivaAerobus, GOL, Viva Air, JetSMART |
| Middle East / Africa | flydubai, Air Arabia, FlySafair, Kulula |
Booking Agency Coverage — 200+ Online Travel Agencies
Major OTAs we search include: Kiwi.com, Trip.com, Expedia, CheapOair, ASAP Tickets, OneTravel, FareGeek, BudgetAir, Smartfares, Flightnetwork, and 190+ more.
Coverage Comparison vs Competitors
| Platform | Airlines | Agencies | Total Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviasales | 728+ | 200+ | 928+ |
| Skyscanner | 1,200+ | 100+ | 1,300+ |
| Kayak | 900+ | 50+ | 950+ |
| Google Flights | 500+ | Limited | ~500 |
| Momondo | 1,000+ | 150+ | 1,150+ |
Frequently Asked Questions About Aviasales Features
Does Aviasales have a flexible date search feature?
Yes. Aviasales has one of the best flexible date search tools in the industry. The monthly calendar view shows prices for every day of the month at a glance, and you can also search with ±3 days or ±7 days flexibility.
How do Aviasales price alerts work?
Run any search, click the 'Track price' button (bell icon), and confirm your email. Aviasales monitors that route 24/7 and emails you whenever fares drop. You can set multiple alerts for different routes, dates, and target prices.
What is the Aviasales price map?
The price map is an interactive world map that visualizes cheap flight deals from your home airport. Cheap destinations are highlighted with green 'X' markers — click any destination to see exact dates and prices.
Can I search for flights without a specific destination on Aviasales?
Yes. Enter your origin, select 'Anywhere' as the destination, and Aviasales returns a ranked list of the cheapest destinations you can fly to. Perfect for spontaneous trips.
Does Aviasales support multi-city flight bookings?
Yes. Aviasales supports multi-city itineraries with up to 6 flight legs in a single booking. Ideal for backpacking trips, business tours, or round-the-world itineraries.
What filters can I apply to Aviasales search results?
Aviasales offers 12+ filter categories: stops, total travel time, departure/arrival times, specific airlines, alliances, layover airports, layover duration, aircraft type, baggage rules, price range, and more.
Does Aviasales have a mobile app?
Yes. The Aviasales mobile app is available free on both iOS (rated 4.9/5 with 5,000+ reviews) and Android (rated 4.7/5 with 500,000+ reviews). The app includes all desktop features plus mobile-exclusive tools.
Does Aviasales show baggage fees?
Yes. Every search result clearly displays baggage rules. You can also filter results by baggage inclusion to see only fares that include the bags you need.
Can I search for hotels on Aviasales?
Yes, Aviasales has a built-in hotel search that aggregates rates from Booking.com, Hotels.com, Agoda, Expedia, and other major hotel booking platforms.
Does Aviasales work internationally?
Absolutely. Aviasales supports 50+ currencies, 30+ languages, and serves travelers in 190+ countries.
Do I need to create an account to use Aviasales?
No. You can search and book flights as a guest without an account. Creating a free account unlocks useful features: saved searches, unlimited price alerts, booking history.
Are Aviasales features completely free?
Yes. Every feature on Aviasales is 100% free to users. No subscription tiers, no paid upgrades, no hidden fees.
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