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43. Flying Smart: What, Why, and How to Book a Positioning Flight
43. Flying Smart: What, Why, and How to Book a Positioning Flight
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36 minutes
Released:
Sep 26, 2023
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Podcast episode
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Welcome back, travel hackers! In this episode, we cover positioning flights—what they are, why they're important, and how we use them to our advantage. Positioning flights can be a smart way to maximize travel rewards and ensure we get to our desired destinations efficiently. At its core, a positioning flight is a short, separate flight that helps travelers reach a major hub airport (often times with better deals). The beauty is, you don’t necessarily need to stick to the same airline. Alex stresses that timing is crucial when it comes to positioning flights. Since they're usually on different airlines and aren't connected itineraries, missing a flight could spell trouble. Another perk of positioning flights is the flexibility it affords when using points and miles. In the face of delays or system outages, being able to switch airlines quickly using your rewards points can be a lifesaver. Alex tackles the topic of traveling with a family and its challenges, especially when it comes to positioning flights. For many, arriving a day early and staying at a hotel near the airport can alleviate the stress of long airport waits, especially with kids. So, fellow travel hackers, positioning flights might be an extra step, but they're often worth the effort for the savings and options they unlock. Curious about more insider tips and strategies? Hit play to hear the full conversation and immerse yourself in the world of travel hacking! Links: Free Gifts and Resources To Start Your Travel Hacking Journey: Free Webinar: How to Start Traveling for Nearly Free Best Current Credit Card Offers: Best Rewards Card Offers | Travel Hacking Mom Award Travel Academy: Award Travel Academy Our Website: https://travelhackingmom.com Connect With Us: Newsletter signup: https://travelhackingmom.com/newsletter Instagram: Alex + Pam + Jess | Points & Miles (@travelhackingmom) TikTok: travelhackingmom's Creator Profile Facebook group: Travel Hacking Mom Group | Facebook Episode Minute By Minute: 01:00 What is a positioning flight? 03:50 How positioning flights can effectively be used to get better deals 07:58 Alex gives us her best positioning flight tips 14:48 How to tackle positioning flights with kids 18:15 Pack less luggage and avoid checking a bag to make travel easier 22:27 Pam shares about her idea of “reverse positioning" 27:41 Best tips on where to position your flights to! 30:18 Pam gives a cautionary tale of a positioning flight gone wrong 34:58 If you enjoyed this episode, remember to check out our course Award Travel Academy!
Released:
Sep 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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