44 Flight Booking Myths That Are Actually Wasting You Money

Myth 24: Buying Two Separate Tickets for One Trip Is Always Risky

Many travelers avoid booking separate tickets on different airlines, fearing missed connections, rebooking headaches, and lost baggage. While booking two separate one-way flights or “positioning flights” does come with risks, it can also unlock huge savings and better flexibility—if done correctly. Flights from major hubs are often significantly cheaper than from regional airports. For example, flying from a small U.S. city to London might cost $1,200, but booking a separate flight to New York and then flying to London could cut the cost in half.Budget airlines often don’t partner with major carriers. If you’re flying Ryanair in Europe or AirAsia in Asia, you may need to book separate tickets anyway—so it’s worth looking at self-connecting flights for better deals.