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Cheapest Days to Fly in India — Day-by-Day Fare Analysis

Updated June 25, 2026 | 5 min read

The day you fly can save you ₹1,000-₹3,000. Here's the exact day-by-day breakdown.

Day-by-Day Fare Ranking

DayFare LevelWhy
Tuesday💰 CheapestLowest demand day
Wednesday💰 CheapMidweek lull
Saturday💰 CheapAfternoon flights affordable
ThursdayModeratePre-weekend buildup starts
MondayModerate-HighBusiness travel demand
Friday💸 ExpensiveWeekend rush, business return
Sunday💸 Most ExpensiveReturn rush, peak demand

Best Time Slots

  • Cheapest: 6-7 AM (red-eye) and 2-4 PM (mid-afternoon)
  • Moderate: 10 AM-12 PM
  • Expensive: 8-9 AM (business morning) and 7-9 PM (business return)

Best Day to BOOK

  • Tuesday afternoon: Airlines often release sales midweek
  • 2-3 weeks before travel: Sweet spot for domestic flights
  • Avoid booking on Sunday: Highest search volume = algorithms may show higher prices

Find the Cheapest Day for Your Route

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