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Travel Experts Reveal Best Time to Book Cheap Summer Flights Around Tisha B'Av

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First reported by Mako · Jul 8, 2026

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Flight and vacation package prices peak during the summer but drop significantly in the ten days before Tisha B'Av on July 22, offering travelers notable discounts. Experts advise booking trips just before this holiday or returning in early September to find the best deals amid high seasonal demand at Ben Gurion Airport.

01Flight prices and vacation packages peak in July-August with 85,000 daily passengers at Ben Gurion Airport.
02Demand drops significantly in the ten days before Tisha B'Av (July 22), lowering prices.
03Booking trips just before Tisha B'Av can save tens of percent compared to the following week.
04Examples include Lesbos flights at 215 euros vs. 280 euros a week later, and Sicily packages at 239 vs. 298 dollars.
05Vacation packages in Athens and Albania also show sharp price increases after Tisha B'Av.
06Returning flights in early September offer additional opportunities for cheaper fares.

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