Choosing a flight for a group
For a group, the cheapest fare is rarely the best one. Tight connections, paid baggage and scattered seats can ruin day one. Here is what to verify before you book.
Price vs. comfort
- Compare the final price including baggage, seat selection and card fees.
- One stop is usually cheaper, but every transfer costs a large group time and risk.
- Check the per-passenger difference, then multiply by the group size.
Connection times
- Allow 2 hours minimum internationally, 3 hours across two different airlines.
- Separate tickets are not protected — a delay on the first leg is not the second airline's problem.
- Prefer daytime arrivals to avoid a full night of transfers and check-in.
Baggage and seats
- Confirm what's included: personal item, trolley, checked bag — low-cost carriers charge for most of it.
- Ask the airline for a group seat assignment instead of everyone picking alone.
- Reserve seats for families and anyone needing legroom at booking time.
Group booking
- Above 9–10 passengers, airline group desks often give better payment and cancellation terms.
- Collect names exactly as printed in passports — name changes after booking are expensive.
- Store booking references in the trip's bookings tab so everyone can see them.
Tip: set a deposit deadline before you book. Fares move within hours, and waiting to collect money is the most common reason groups lose a good price.