Cheap flights To East Austin (AUS) from $42

With Orbitz, you'll find some of the most amazing flight deals around from a terrific range of airlines. But if you're eager to improve your chances of snapping up cheap flights to East Austin, here are some tips to consider:

• Depending on your departure point, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In some instances, alternative departure points offer better priced fares.
• If you're flexible with when you take off, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. It'll bring up flight deals for the days around your selected departure. Airfares often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
• You can also select the 'Show options' link to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you want to fly.
• Once you know your travel dates, don't delay booking. Airfares normally climb as the departure date gets closer.
• Combine your hotels, flights and car rental into an impressive package deal. Save your hard-earned dollars for things you're really excited about, like discovering every corner of East Austin.
• Don't fly during peak seasons if possible. By steering clear of summer, school vacations and other popular dates, you can save big on your airfares.

Your city of origin, which airport you're leaving from and whether you travel direct — the flight duration depends on lots of factors. But we've made life simple and compiled the average times for some popular routes to East Austin:

• Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 2 hours and 46 minutes
• Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 1 hour and 7 minutes
• Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 2 hours and 7 minutes

Flying doesn't have to be a drag. In fact it can be fun if you're well prepared! Make your trip a comfortable one with these practical tips:

• Before you take your seat on the plane, you'll need to present some type of government-issued ID, such as a passport. You'll also need your boarding pass. If you're traveling with the kids, check with your airline about which documents they may need.
• Make time fly by even quicker on your short flight by packing the right stuff. Think tasty snacks, a water bottle and entertainment. If you'd like your journey to East Austin to pass nice and peacefully, throw some noise-canceling headphones or earplugs into your bag too.
• No matter the weather outside (or how long the flight), plane cabins can get a bit chilly. Take a sweater on board to keep yourself nice and toasty.

If you think a first or business-class fare is out of your reach, you may want to think again. Here are a few practical tips to help you book a premium flight to East Austin for a whole lot less:

• Be flexible with your travel dates and wait for sales on business or first-class airfares.
• A lot of low-cost airlines these days offer terrific business-class seating without the hefty fees.
• Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat up the front. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a loyalty program.