subject: Money Saving Tips On Grand Canyon Plane Flights [print this page] Fortunately, even if you are on a tight budget, you will be able to find some great Grand Canyon flight deals. You will find package deals that include things such as tickets to popular shows on the Strip, buy-one-get-one offers, and even discounts for as much as 30% off the normal price of the air tour. The popularity of these tours and the intense competition among operators keeps the prices affordable. There are several companies that offer aerial tours of the Grand Canyon and they are all in competition for tourist money. Here's how you can take advantage of these offers.
When to Go
First, timing is everything. The slow season for tourism in the Grand Canyon region is November to February; the winter months keep many tourists away, but the air tour operators are still in business. Prices are lower, though, because the tour companies need to fill empty seats. Winter is actually a fantastic time to visit the Grand Canyon. There will be snow at times, but overall, the air is crisp and clear, which makes it ideal for an aerial tour.
Most people visit the Grand Canyon during the summer. Prices are higher that time of year, but you can still get discounts if you book your flight two or three days ahead of time. In other words, if you don't plan ahead, you'll probably pay through the nose for a Grand Canyon plane tour during the summer.
Don't let last-minute fares take a big bite out of your budget. Here are three things to do to get the best Grand Canyon flight deals.
Book in Advance
The first thing is to book your flight at least three days in advance. If you can book it several days or even several weeks in advance, that is even better. By being an early bird, you will be able to pick out your desired flight time and tour operator. A landing tour is highly recommended, and you will want a morning flight so you have plenty of time to complete your tour.
Next, don't book your flight at the canyon or through a Las Vegas hotel concierge or Strip kiosk -- doing so is just asking to pay full price.
Third, book your flight online if at all possible. You may want to talk to a 'real person' for information and details, but if you want a nice discount on your flight, book it and pay for it online.
Hot Tips
Here are some more points to consider.
Tour companies are different and offer different kinds of discounts. Some companies lower the price but reduce the length of their tours. You won't get to see as much of the Grand Canyon if you go on an abbreviated trip.
You definitely want to compare prices among all the tour operators before you make a decision. Don't rely on price alone because other things are important too such as the areas of the Grand Canyon you will see, your comfort during the tour, convenience of date and time, and the length of the tour.
You will be able to pick a landing tour or just an aerial tour. Picking a tour that goes to the South Rim means you will get to view the other rims as well. Another option is to add a relaxing smooth-water raft trip down the scenic Colorado River that extends your trip about three hours. Float trips take off from the Glen Canyon Dam.
Grand Canyon Skywalk
Although there are aerial tours of the West Rim, the landing tours available there are spectacular. A helicopter will take you to the canyon floor below. Other tours include fun side trips such as the chance to walk out over the canyon on a glass skywalk, or a scenic ride down the Colorado River. You'll be sure to find a landing tour that interests you.
It is pretty easy to find a great deal on an air tour of the Grand Canyon, but you may need to do some comparison shopping. Book your flight in advance, and do it online. By paying online at the tour company's site, you can get the best price.
