How to Find Inexpensive Airline Tickets

Surf the Web. The advent of the Internet has made finding and booking discounted airline travel quite convenient. Some websites, such as online travel sites such as Hotwire and Priceline, offer discounted airline packages to a bevy of destinations. Meanwhile, discount-driven sites like CheapoAir.com and CheapFlights.com corral information from a variety of sources and package it all in one central location. Plus, websites like Craigslist often feature people looking to unload airlines tickets for a nominal rate. The more online outlets one visits, the better, as it will help those looking for a discounted flight secure the best rate.

Not only that, but certain websites features direct links to golf-specific packages. While the golf and hotel packages may add to the overall cost of the trip, this is a way to lower airfare rates, due to purchasing all aspects of the trip in one fell swoop.

Book early or book late. Airlines are eager to fill up their flights well in advance, so much so that they'll often slash rates for those early birds who book their flights months in advance. However, when those flights fail to fill to capacity, and departure date is near, those same airlines are apt to slash rates once again for last-minute travelers hoping to score a deal. After all, offering those seats at a discounted rate puts more money in the airlines' pockets than not selling those seats at all. Websites such as LastMinuteTravel.com focus specifically on helping prospective travelers secure the best last-minute flight rate possible.

These last-minute resources are particularly useful to golfers who decide on a weekend getaway the week of, but don't want to pay an arm and a leg in flying to their golf locale of choice.

Join a rewards/frequent flier program. For a nominal fee, most airlines offer a rewards program that aims to reward those who frequently fly with that particular airline. These programs offer a variety of benefits, including discounted rates on premium flights, free first-class upgrades. Consult individual airlines regarding their rewards programs, as well as specific rewards for each individual program. These programs are of particular use to those who frequent golf courses all over the nation, as the money saved will allow more money to spend on the course or in other aspects of the trip.

Avoid the rush. While weekends and holidays are known for an increase in air travel, these "peak season" flights tend to cost more as well. Meanwhile, those who fly during non-peak hours, such as weekday afternoons and evenings, are more likely to secure a discounted rate. Also, check out deals on late-night "red eye" flights, as these are not the flight of choice for many travelers, which opens up the possibility of a discounted rate for those who don't mind a little late-night air travel. Besides, after flying overnight on a red-eye, this will still give golfers ample time to be on the course first thing the next morning.