Life Kit Want to avoid flight delays this holiday season? Follow these tips now
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Oct 28, 2025 
Scott Keyes, founder of Going.com and expert in affordable travel, shares invaluable tips for holiday flying. He reveals why early morning and nonstop flights are your best bet for on-time arrivals. Keyes warns travelers to steer clear of peak days and discusses what to do if your flight is canceled, including your rights to refunds and meal vouchers. He also highlights essential items to pack for unexpected delays. With these insights, holiday travel can become much less stressful!
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Fly Early And Nonstop
- Book early-morning flights when possible because they arrive on time about 25 percentage points more often than afternoon/evening flights.
- Choose nonstop flights to avoid missed connections and extended rebooking delays during disruptions.
Avoid Peak Holiday Travel Days
- Avoid peak travel days in the few days before holidays like Dec 22–23 or the Wednesday before Thanksgiving to reduce risk of long delays and scarce seats.
- If possible, travel on the holiday itself or a few days earlier/later to face fewer crowds and lower fares.
Rebook Early If Weather Looms
- If you learn about weather disruptions the day before, rebook proactively to a different time, date, or routing while you have options.
- Use the extra planning time to find flights through airports less affected by the storm.