Everything you need to know to use Google Flights to find cheap flights in 2026.
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You’ll learn how to go from a beginner to a Google Flights expert. We’ll cover everything from basic searches, flexible date calendars, and the powerful “Explore” map to advanced filters (stops, alliances, baggage), multi-city itineraries, and even Google’s new AI-powered search features. By the end of this video, you’ll know exactly how to find the best flight deals and save hundreds on your next trip.

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Table of Contents:
0:00 – Your Secret Weapon for Cheap Flights
0:56 – Part 1: The Basic Foundation – Mastering the Search
2:09 – Selecting Origin & Destination (Pro Tip: Using Multiple Airports)
3:09 – Using the Date Calendar to Find the Cheapest Days
3:46 – Understanding Search Results (Best vs. Cheapest)
5:26 – How to Check and Filter by Baggage Fees 6:10 –
The REAL Power of Google Flights: The “Explore” Map
7:25 – How to Book (Google Flights is an Aggregator, Not a Booking Site)
8:06 – Price Analysis: Is This Flight a Good Deal?
8:33 – Using the Explore Map for International Trips
10:27 – How to Track Flight Prices (Get Email Alerts)
10:53 – How to Share Your Flight Itinerary
11:31 – Sponsor: Ekster Smart Wallets
14:30 – Using the “Date Grid” to Find the Perfect Dates
16:31 – Using the “Price Graph” for Long-Range Planning
17:33 – Advanced Explore Filters (Multiple Origins & Regions)
18:48 – Filtering by Stops (Finding Non-stop Flights)
20:19 – Filtering by Interests (Beaches, Skiing, etc.)
21:46 – More Advanced Filters (Price, Times, Duration)
23:16 – Advanced Filters: Connecting Airports & Alliances
26:00 – Understanding Advisory Icons (Long Layovers, etc.)
26:50 – Viewing Price History (When is the best time to book?)
28:06 – Advanced Itineraries: Mastering Multi-City Search
32:23 – Pro Tip: “Open Jaw” Tickets (e.g., Fly into London, Home from Paris)
32:59 – Google’s NEW AI-Powered Features
35:42 – Final Tips & Wrap Up

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