Metafares' Deal Hunting Blog

Tokyo is a good place to visit any time of the year. There’s so much fun and excitement to be found in this city that it probably has no equal on the planet. Just think of all the technology, the fashion, the cultural and historical attractions, the lively atmosphere, and last but not least, the incredible cuisine. As opposed to many other cities, Tokyo is amazing even in the cold and rainy late fall months. Sure, the parks are at their best in spring when the cherry trees bloom, but there are so many other activities that you can do there, that you won’t mind at all not being able to take a stroll through Ueno Park or a similar place. So if we managed to convince you that this is the best time to visit Tokyo, here’s an amazing deal that will surely make you book as soon as you can. Korean Air has non-stop flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo and back for a paltry $812! And these are premium seats, too, that is, incredibly comfortable economy class seats that are not only cheap, but also make flying a pleasant experience. The lowest fares are from Los Angeles and San Francisco, but there are tickets from Denver, Las Vegas, Portland, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, San Diego and Seattle at incredible prices too! Check out the website of this deal and book while you still can!

Virgin America strikes again this autumn with some amazing deals that will make you run to your closet and pack your bags right away. No time to take a trips to far away places on a distant continent? No worries, you can still take a break without going to far, and not even spend to much money doing it! Now you can travel within the US for $34 each way. And that’s not all, Virgin America now extended this deal to include destinations in Mexico as well, for fares starting from $179 each way. You still have some time to book your ticket, the sale ends on November 8. If you want to take advantage of the lowest fares, travel on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. If you live in or near Boston, Fort Lauderdale, New York, Orlando, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto or Washington, you’re in luck, because these are the departure points for these flights. So if you want to visit Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego and loads of other destinations, these deals will let you travel without taking a huge chunk out of your budget. And if you’re thinking of a longer break (or even a weekend trip!) to Cancun to catch a bit of sun and relax on the beach, check out the amazing Mexico deals, with flights leaving from Los Angeles and San Francisco. Here’s a list of all the destinations and fares. Book now!

Rio de Janeiro, the city of mind-blowing carnivals, beaches and bossa nova is everything you can wish for in a holiday destination. There are so many things to do in Rio that you can’t even begin to count them. Spend long hours on the Ipanema beach getting a suntan, playing a game of beach volley with the locals or taking a dip in the crystal clear water, go out for some genuine Brazilian cuisine or dance all night in a hip nightclub. If a holiday in Rio is what you want, we have good news for you. American Airlines has just introduced a brand new service from New York to Rio de Janeiro, and in order to celebrate they have special prices for roundtrips to Rio and Salvador. For only $640, you can book a flight from New York to Rio and back, and you won’t find such cheap tickets anywhere else! Just book your flight by November 11, and you can travel to Brazil anytime until December 31. If you don’t live in NY, you can still buy a ticket for an amazingly low price – the deal applies to lots of departure points, not only New York! So pack your swim suit and some tanning lotion, and give yourself some time off in one of the most amazing cities on earth! More details here.

Some people say that there is no right season for visiting London, since it will most likely rain regardless of the season, but despite that, autumn is a good time to visit the British capital. It might drizzle a bit, but umbrellas are considered stylish in London, and besides, the bad weather just gives you the opportunity to retreat to a warm, cozy pub and have some draught, or to enter a museum and spend the rest of the afternoon there. Luckily, this autumn you can visit London for less. Travelocity, as usual has some great deals for us this week. For only $412, you can cross the Atlantic and back! Books a flight on American airlines before October 26, and you’ll have the chance to marvel at London’s amazing architecture, visit attractions and be a part of the city’s lively nightlife. You have time until March 31 to travel, so if you’d rather not be in Britain in winter, you can book yourself a nice spring vacation to the isles. So check out the list of departure points on the Travelocity website, and book a light to London while the deal still lasts! Spend a unforgettable holiday in London with American Airlines!

Want to visit a city in the US that you haven’t seen before? Want to visit friends or family members who live in another city, but your budget has been stretched too thin this past year? Well, now that the holiday season is starting, here are some incredible deals that will help you put your travel plans into action. For a limited time only, you can book tickets to destinations in the US and for only $49 each way! Virgin American flight company is feeling generous after Thanksgiving, so take advantage of this offer! And that’s not all: Mexico flights are also on sale. You can fly to Mexico for fares starting at $199 one way. Catch some sun and get a nice tan before Christmas, visit some Maya ruins or go to Mexico City for November 1 to celebrate Dia de los Muertos in a purely flamboyant Mexican style! The only condition is that you have to book your ticket by Monday, October 18, and you also need to make a 7 day advance purchase. If you want to get the lowest fares, book your flight on Monday through Thursday and on Saturday. So pick your destination from this list, and have an amazing holiday!

I can’t believe how many great offers there are this time of the year, must be the holiday spirit catching on already! So if you are planning to take a break, why not plan a holiday somewhere within the borders of the US? Vacations abroad are awesome and you get to see lots of amazing places, but they require a lot of planning and sometimes there’s simply not enough time for that. Visiting an American city that you have never see before, or visiting friends and family is just as much fun as exploring Europe, Asia, Africa or Latin America. So quickly make up your mind where you want to go, and book your ticket by October 12 to take advantage of this amazing offer! You can get domestic flights to and from a huge array of locations for only $98 (plus some taxes) for a roundtrip. These fares are valid through January 26, which means that if you want to celebrate Christmas or the New Years abroad, you can book your tickets for a very affordable price. Give yourself the chance to reconnect with your loved ones or to explore your country! You can find the list of departure cities and destinations, as well as booking info, here.

For a very limited time only, here’s an absolutely amazing offer: with Frontier Airlines, you can buy  a roundtrip ticket for as little as $39! You still have time until October 1 to book a ticket. The only condition is that you have to travel through December 15. Not fit for a Christmas themed holiday week, but you can make it into a great mini-break. There are virtually countless departure airports and destinations you can choose from, and most of the prices are a little above $100. For example, you can fly from Albuquerque to Orange County and back for a meager $79! You can benefit from the lowest fares if you fix your travel dates on a Thursday or a Wednesday. Of course, there are some additional taxes, but in any case you won’t find cheaper tickets than these. So don’t miss out on this great opportunity, and visit your friends and family who are living in another city, or plan a romantic getaway in a place you’ve never seen before. Here you can find the complete list of destinations and book online.

This a autumn, Alaskan Airlines is very generous, and for a limited time you can take advantage of some amazing offers for destinations in Alaska, Canada and the West Coast.  This is the perfect time to visit chillier regions like Canada and Alaska, before the freezing winter weather sets in, but if you want to experience the soothing rays of the summer sun for a bit longer, you can visit some warmer climates on the West Coast. You can buy tickets for only $49 each way, to destinations like Sacramento, Seattle, Vancouver, Portland, Oakland and many others. There are various departure cities, so that it will be easier for you to pick the one that is closer to where you live: Austin, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Spokane and many others. You still have time until September 26 to pick a destination and book your ticket, just make sure that your travel dates are from October 4 through October 24. Also, keep in mind that you need to make a reservation at least 14 days before your travel begins. So don’t miss this exciting opportunity to visit some great destinations for equally great prices! More details about booking, here.

If you’ve already gotten bored of the autumn weather, American Airlines will help you move to warmer climates for a little while. The best beaches in the Caribbean are only a click away if you decide to take advantage from this amazing deal. You can book a roundtrip to an exotic tropical island for prices starting at $160, with departures at Boston, Charleston, Jacksonville, Key West, San Antonio, Washington and many other cities, to amazing places such as Montego Bay, Antigua, Curacao, Aruba and other beach destinations. If you book your ticket beore September 16, you are one step away from lounging on the beach, swimming in the crystal water, exploring the rainforest or scuba diving through the vibrant coral reefs. You have to purchase your ticket at least 7 days in advance, and your departure date cannot be later than November 17. The lowest fares are applicable for travel from Monday through Thursday, and your holiday must last for at least 2 days. The prices don’t include the additional taxes, but either way, this deal is much too enticing to miss.