The latest airline, airport and flight route news from around the world, explained for travellers, plus live headlines from leading aviation news sites.
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Since 2 February 2026, Virgin Australia Economy passengers can bring one carry-on of up to 8 kg plus a personal item. Here are the size limits,…
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Baggage and cabin-bag rules, banned items, airline fees, refunds and compensation: the rule changes travellers need to know before they fly.
New routes, mergers, rebrands, alliance moves, loyalty programme changes and fleet updates from airlines around the world, explained for travellers.
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The travel blog from FlightSelects is where we share practical travel tips, the latest airline news, airport updates and new flight routes, all written to help you fly smarter and spend less. Whether you are planning your first long-haul trip or you fly every month, this travel blog gives you clear, up-to-date information you can act on before you book.
Our articles cover five main subjects. Instead of fixed categories, each article is tagged with the airlines, airports, destinations and topics it covers, so you can tap any tag to see every related article. New articles appear at the top of this page as soon as they are published.
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The travel tips section is the heart of the travel blog. It covers booking cheaper flights, packing for different cabins, getting through security faster, choosing better seats and staying comfortable on long flights. Every tip is practical and checked against real airline rules.
Our airline news coverage focuses on changes that affect your trip: new baggage rules, fare changes, cabin upgrades, loyalty programme updates and alliance moves. We explain what each change means for travellers rather than simply repeating press releases.
The airport news section tracks new terminals, security rule changes, lounge openings, transport links and disruption updates at major airports around the world.
Flight route news covers new routes, seasonal services and schedule changes. New routes often launch with low introductory fares, so following route news is one of the easiest ways to spot early flight deals.
Our travel guides go deeper into destinations, airports and airlines, with the facts you need to plan a trip with confidence. They work alongside our airline guides, which explain baggage, check-in and fare rules for individual carriers.
These seven travel tips appear again and again across the travel blog because they save money and stress on almost every trip.
Fares for the same flight can differ between the airline and online travel agencies. Comparing several sellers in one search is the simplest way to find the lowest price. Our flight comparison search does this for you in seconds.
Moving your departure by a day or two often makes a bigger difference than any other trick. Mid-week flights and early-morning departures are frequently cheaper than Friday and Sunday flights.
A low base fare can become expensive once you add bags, seats and meals. Always compare the total cost of the trip, not just the headline price.
For most short trips, booking one to three months ahead works well. For long-haul flights and peak holidays, start looking two to six months in advance.
Online check-in usually opens 24 to 48 hours before departure. Checking in early gives you a better choice of free seats and saves time at the airport.
Confirm passport validity, visas and transit rules for every country on your route well before you travel. Many countries require at least six months of passport validity.
Arriving late in an unfamiliar city is easier with a ride booked in advance. You can compare airport transfers and see the full price before you fly.
Cheap flight tips are some of the most searched topics on any travel blog, and plenty of popular advice is out of date. These are the habits we see working consistently.
Search a range of dates using a price calendar rather than a single day. Include nearby airports, because low-cost airlines often use secondary airports with lower fees. Compare one-way tickets on different airlines, which can sometimes cost less than a return fare on one carrier.
Set a realistic target price for your route by searching it a few times over a couple of weeks. When a fare drops clearly below that range, book it rather than waiting for a perfect deal that may never appear. Cheap flight tips only help if you act when the right fare appears.
Finally, think about the whole trip. A fare with a checked bag included, a convenient airport and a protected connection is often better value than the cheapest ticket on the screen.
Airline news can change the value of a ticket overnight. A new baggage policy might add a fee you did not expect, a schedule change can affect a tight connection, and an alliance change can alter where you earn miles.
Reading airline news before you book helps you choose the right fare and avoid surprises at the airport. It also helps you spot opportunities, such as sales on newly launched routes or upgraded cabins on popular services.
When we cover airline news on the travel blog, we focus on what changes for passengers, when it starts and what you should do about it. Our individual airline guides are updated with the same information, so you can always check the latest rules for a specific carrier.
Beyond airline news, travel news covers everything else that can affect a journey: entry requirements, strikes, weather disruption, new airport procedures and major events that push prices up.
For entry and visa rules, always check official sources before you travel. The IATA Travel Centre summarises passport, visa and health requirements by country, and government travel advice pages publish safety updates for each destination.
On the travel blog, we highlight travel news that is likely to affect many travellers, explain the practical impact and link to the official source so you can confirm the details for your own trip.
Packing well saves money on baggage fees and time at the airport. These are the packing tips our travel blog returns to most often.
If you are flying a low-cost airline with a small under-seat bag only, a soft backpack that fits the size limit is usually the most practical choice.
A smooth airport experience starts before you leave home. Arrive with enough time for check-in, bag drop and security, especially at large hubs and during holiday periods.
Use online check-in and a mobile boarding pass where possible. Have your passport and boarding pass ready at each checkpoint, and empty your pockets into your bag before you reach the security tray. Many airports publish live security waiting times on their websites, which helps you plan your arrival.
If you have a connection, check the minimum connection time and whether you need to pass through security or immigration again. Our airport news coverage on the travel blog highlights terminal changes and new procedures at major airports so you are not caught out.
Long flights are easier with a little preparation. Choose your seat early, drink plenty of water, move around the cabin when it is safe to do so and adjust to your destination time zone as soon as you board.
Noise-cancelling headphones, an eye mask and a light layer make a real difference on overnight flights. If you have the budget, premium economy offers noticeably more space for a smaller increase in price than business class. Our travel blog regularly compares cabins and seats on popular long-haul routes.
The cheapest flight is only part of a budget trip. Airport transfers, accommodation, local transport and meals all add up, so it pays to plan them together.
Pre-booking an airport transfer avoids surprise taxi fares after a long flight. Travelling outside peak season lowers prices for both flights and hotels. Using public transport passes, eating where locals eat and booking attractions online in advance can all stretch your budget further. You will find more budget travel tips across the travel blog.
Flying with children takes a little extra planning, but the right preparation makes it much easier. Book seats together as early as possible, especially on fares where seat selection costs extra. Check the airline’s rules for pushchairs, car seats and baby food, which are usually more generous than standard baggage limits.
Choose flight times that fit your children’s routine, pack snacks and entertainment in an easy-to-reach bag, and allow extra time at the airport. Many airlines let families board early, which gives you time to settle in. Our travel blog includes family travel tips for popular airlines and routes.
Travel insurance protects you against costs you cannot control, such as cancelled trips, medical emergencies abroad, lost luggage and missed connections. Buy it soon after you book so that cancellation cover starts straight away, and read the policy to understand what is included.
Keep digital copies of your passport, tickets and insurance documents, register with your government’s travel advice service where available, and follow local travel news for your destination. Small precautions like these make it much easier to deal with problems if they happen.
Frequent flyer points can turn ordinary trips into upgrades or free flights. Join the loyalty programme of the airlines you fly most, add your membership number to every booking and keep an eye on partner airlines that also earn points.
Points are often best used on long-haul premium cabins or high-demand dates, where cash fares are expensive. Watch for expiry rules and devaluations, which are covered in our airline news. Combining loyalty points with cheap flight tips like flexible dates can deliver excellent value.
Small choices can reduce the impact of your trips without making travel harder. Nonstop flights generally use less fuel than routes with extra take-offs and landings, and travelling light reduces weight on board. Many airlines also offer optional programmes to support sustainable aviation fuel.
At your destination, public transport, walking and staying longer in fewer places all lower your footprint and often save money too. We share more practical, realistic sustainable travel tips on the travel blog as airlines and airports introduce new options.
We publish new articles regularly and update existing guides whenever airline or airport rules change. The newest articles always appear at the top of this page.
Yes. If there is an airline, airport, route or travel question you would like us to cover, send it through our contact page. Reader suggestions help shape what we write next.
Most travel tips apply widely, but rules differ between airlines and fares. Always check the airline guide and your booking conditions for the details that apply to your trip.
Yes. Every article on the FlightSelects travel blog is free to read, and you never need an account.
Every article on the travel blog is written to be useful, accurate and easy to read. We follow a few simple editorial standards.
If you spot something that has changed or needs correcting, please tell us through our contact page. Reader feedback helps us keep the travel blog accurate for everyone.
The FlightSelects travel blog is written and edited by the FlightSelects team, who spend their time researching airline policies, airport changes, routes and fares. We read the fine print so you do not have to, and we turn complicated rules into short, clear advice.
Before an article is published, it is checked for accuracy against official sources and reviewed for clarity. Guides that depend on rules which change often, such as baggage allowances, check-in times and fees, are reviewed regularly and show the date of their last review.
We write for real travellers: families planning a holiday, students looking for the lowest fare, business travellers who need flexibility and frequent flyers chasing better seats. If an article does not help one of those people make a better decision, it does not belong on our travel blog.
We also listen. Many of our best topics come from questions readers send us, so if something about air travel confuses or frustrates you, tell us and we may turn the answer into a guide for everyone.
FlightSelects is an independent flight comparison website. We may earn a commission when you book through some of our search tools or links, at no extra cost to you. This helps us keep the site and the travel blog free to read.
Commissions never decide what we write. Our travel tips, airline news and guides are based on what helps travellers, and we always encourage you to compare options and read the fare rules before you book.
There are a few easy ways to make sure you never miss useful travel news or travel tips.
New articles are added regularly, so check back before every trip. The more you read, the easier it becomes to recognise a genuinely good fare and avoid the common mistakes that cost travellers money.
The travel blog is one part of FlightSelects. When you are ready to book, our tools help you turn travel tips into real savings.
Thank you for reading the FlightSelects travel blog. We hope our travel tips, airline news and travel news make your next journey a little easier, a little cheaper and a lot more enjoyable. Come back whenever your plans change, and safe travels.
