Most older travelers have such stagnant travel habits that they don’t even consider better ways to book. They visit the same airline websites, view the same fare calendars, and perhaps even complacently use “incognito mode.” And that’s exactly what airlines want. They train you to think you’re getting the best deal, when in reality, you might be playing into their hands.

The ugly truth is: airlines don’t want to show you the lowest fares first. They prioritize their own profits over your savings. The prices you see are often carefully manipulated to squeeze the most out of you. The real bargains? They’re often deliberately hidden, carefully reserved for industry insiders and others who know where to find them.

When flights have too many empty seats or last-minute cancellations leave inventory crammed, airlines quietly offer deeply discounted fares—often without most passengers even knowing these discounts exist.

If you really want to travel cheaper, there’s a simple solution.

Just try Capital One Shopping. It’s a free browser extension that automatically searches for better deals when you book flights, hotels, and even car rentals.

It’s completely free for everyone and is dedicated to finding great deals, coupons, and price reductions. And by “search,” we mean searching the web broadly, not just on airline websites. The algorithm behind it is so effective that customers have dubbed it their “crazy deal” solution for cheap travel. Who wouldn’t want someone on hand to help them avoid the high fares airlines try to push?

Once you learn how to book smart, you won’t have to worry about price anymore. With discounts up to 40% off (15% cash back) on sites like Hilton and up to 20% cash back on Priceline, you can really save money. Those savings can really add up, freeing up room in your budget for any trip you dream of… business class flights!

Best of all? Capital One Shopping is completely free. No subscriptions, no hidden fees—pure savings. Now you can plan all your trips with this amazing tool.