Key Criteria for Booking a Flight on Aviasales 

1. Total Fare (Including Taxes & Fees) 

Make sure the final price includes: 

Airport taxes 

Fuel surcharges 

Booking or service fees 

Some third-party OTAs (online travel agencies) listed on Aviasales may show lower base fares, but add hidden fees at checkout.

✅ Tip: Click through to the final booking page of the OTA or airline to verify total cost before paying. 

2. Baggage Allowance 

Many low-cost airlines charge separately for: 

Checked baggage 

Cabin luggage 

Seat selection 

Always check what's included in your fare class. 

✈️ Example: Pegasus Airlines (Turkey) may offer a cheap fare with no luggage included, while Turkish Airlines typically includes 20–25 kg.

3. Connection Times & Layovers 

Avoid very short connections (<1 hour) or long overnight layovers unless you're prepared. 

Look at: 

Layover airport location (visa/transit requirements) 

Whether you need to change terminals or re-check bags 

If you are changing airlines, you might not be protected by a single ticket. 

�� Risk: If you self-connect on two separate tickets, delays on the first leg could cause you to miss the second flight without compensation.

4. Airline Reliability & Reviews 

Check for: 

On-time performance 

Reputation for customer service 

COVID/post-pandemic refund policies 

Smaller or unknown airlines may offer cheap tickets but may not provide support in case of disruption. 

�� Use sites like Skytrax or Trustpilot for quick checks on airline reliability.

5. Fare Rules (Changes, Cancellation) 

Pay attention to: 

Whether the ticket is refundable or non-refundable 

Change fees and whether date changes are allowed 

If you need flexibility, filter by “Free cancellation” or “Flexible ticket” from Aviasales

6. Visa/Transit Requirements 

Make sure to: 

Check transit visa requirements for all layover countries 

Avoid booking itineraries with airport changes across cities (e.g. London Heathrow → Gatwick) 

✈️ Some layovers may require a visa even if you don’t leave the airport, especially in the UK, USA, or Canada.

7. Departure/Arrival Airport Details 

Some cities have multiple airports. Check: 

Distance from the city center 

Accessibility (public transport, taxi cost) 

Flight times and arrival hours (e.g., some airports shut down transport after midnight) 

�� Example: Booking a flight to “Istanbul” could mean IST or SAW—90 minutes apart.

8. Customer Service Support 

Aviasales redirects you to OTAs or airlines—it does not handle your booking directly. 

Before choosing a booking site, check: 

Their support options (phone/chat) 

Refund/exchange policy 

Customer service ratings

✅ Bookings can also be made directly with the airline when possible. 

�� Bonus Travel Tips 

�� Use credit cards for payment (better fraud protection and dispute rights) 

�� Always save and screenshot your booking confirmation and e-ticket 

⏰ Set flight alerts with Aviasales for price drops if your trip is flexible 

�� Download the airline’s app for real-time flight updates, mobile check-in, etc.