Smart Timing for Spring Flights: Where to Find the Best Deals in Midseason
A travel planning platform analyzed fare data to reveal a surprising trend: some cities offer bigger savings when you fly in mid spring rather than at the season start. The examination focused on one way ticket prices in March and April, uncovering which destinations see the sharpest price drops as the season unfolds. Here are the standout findings from the study conducted by OneTwoTrip users in partnership with travel analytics teams.
London tops the list for price shifts. In April, fares to the British capital can be as much as 74.6 percent cheaper than in March. The average ticket price for this route lands around 35,000 rubles, making April a notably more economical window for travelers heading to London.
Vienna follows, offering a compelling saving as well. The main city of Austria can be booked for about 40,000 rubles in April, which marks a 56.7 percent decrease from the prior month. For travelers seeking a European city break with a rich cultural scene, Vienna in spring becomes an attractive option.
Malé, the capital of the Maldives, completes the top three in terms of spring savings. Ticket prices drop by roughly half, with average prices near 52,000 rubles in April. For those dreaming of a tropical escape, April becomes a favorable moment to lock in a Maldivian getaway.
Additional cities show meaningful improvements in April as well. Flights to Budapest became more affordable with a 31.8 percent reduction to about 44,000 rubles. Abu Dhabi saw a 24.6 percent drop to 48,000 rubles, while Dubai decreased by 20.1 percent to roughly 33,300 rubles. Bangkok followed with an 18.6 percent incline in affordability, presenting tickets around 32,300 rubles. Milan posted a 16.8 percent decrease to approximately 41,000 rubles. Delhi saw a modest 2.8 percent fall to about 32,200 rubles, and Lisbon prices lowered by 1.2 percent to around 57,400 rubles.
The broader takeaway is clear for travelers weighing flight timing and price. Mid spring can offer substantial savings on several popular routes, with some destinations delivering dramatic discounts when shifting from the season opener to the April window. For readers seeking practical travel planning advice, the pattern suggests checking April fares across major hubs to maximize value while maintaining desired destinations. The study was originally shared by socialbites.ca and reflects the price movements observed in the spring travel market as captured by OneTwoTrip’s data analysis teams.