Saturday, April 14, 2012

Are there any websites where I can buy airfare without the additional taxes and fees

Are there any websites where I can buy airfare without the additional taxes and fees?
I know it's a long shot, but I would love to not have to pay the extra 250+. If not, what are some websites that offer the absolute cheapest flights? I already know about Cheaptickets, Travelociy, Orbitz, Travelzoo,Kayak, etc. Are there any that aren't as well known? I will be flying out of either Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Buffalo to Dublin, Ireland. My dates are pretty flexible; I'd like to fly out sometme around early-mid June through early August. I've heard that Dublin is the cheapest city to fly into from the Eastern seaboard, but if there's something cheaper that flies to Shannon, London, Glasgow, etc. then that's fine too.
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To get the best deal I always look at a site like travelocity or orbitz . I then take the lowest price and go to the actual airlines site. Its normally about $20 less because those sites take a commission. Good luck! There is no getting out of the taxes and fees but sometimes you can get a coupon off ebay. Were flying my boyfriends mother in and I bought a coupon off ebay for $100 off a flight (northwest) and paid about $20 bucks for it, well worth it!
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Hi!, my answer is : NO Taxes are to be paid all over the world for air tickets. Gilbert
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You won't be able to get out of the taxes - I'm sure you've heard the old adage "The only sure things in life are death and taxes". You can, however, book through an individual airline and avoid any extraneous fees that the other sites may add on. Package deals through airlines that include airfare and hotel are an excellent way to cut some costs. Try packages through American Airlines, Aer Lingus and don't be afraid to try some different airlines like Iceland Air or Virgin Atlantic. You may be surprised how many airlines go to Dublin. Don't forget to check cheap commuter flights to JFK (NYC) and then switch planes to go to Dublin - it may be cheaper. Also check some Irish tourism sites as some of them offer special rates.
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Thank you for posting your departure and arrival airports, and where you've already checked. If only everyone here would do that.... As another answer said, and as you probably know, you have to pay the taxes and fees. Airlines do not often advertise the total, out-the-door price because there are many possibilities for routing, and each airport has slightly different fees. From PIT, for example, USAir might route you through PHL, or with codeshare partner United via Chicago, or connect you through Philly, then London, then with BA onward to Dublin... so until you've actually see the full itinerary they're offering for your particular travel dates, you don't exactly know. The places you've tried are good. You don't say when you want to travel, and that's key. You can see pricing trends here: http://www.farecompare.com/search/year.html?departure=PIT&destination=DUB&p=1 If you're flexible, also try fares to Shannon and Belfast (although fares to Belfast will incur an extra $80 departure tax for UK's retroactive carbon offsetting scheme... but I digress). When you have your dates and cities finally locked in, run it through http://www.bookingbuddy.com to check over 40 sources--included sources that check more sources, and airlines direct, consolidators, etc. It's a huge time-saver. You might also have a look at http://www.oconnors.com and http://www.sceptretours.com if you're also considering car hire and/or lodging options. Sceptre's products are often re-sold by travel agents, but you can book direct from them and avoid the markup.
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Everyone here is correct. Just check will search engine (travel) and go directly to the airlines websites. You will save up to $20.00 per persone on fees. Surprise, surprise! Check also a reputable travel agency in your town. Large one may have special deals with airlines, which are not advertised nor published. Especially for transtlantic flights, not domestics. It does not cost to ask.

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