If you’ve never used Google Flights before, here’s what you better know.

The website immediately shows the latest pricing information.

Alternatively, search on Google’s main page.

How to use Google Flights like a pro

The Google Flights widget appears as the first search result.

Further down the page are other departing flight options, followed by flights with unavailable prices.

Prices for the absolute cheapest flights appear in green.

Google Flights homepage.

These options may be discounted because there are several layovers or very long layovers.

If you immediately find a pricing option you’re comfortable with, select it.

Go to this section to view a variety of airfares based on travel dates.

Google Flights choose flights.

If your departure and return flights are flexible, you may find cheaper prices during a different timeframe.

Use the arrows on the left and right to view prices ahead of or beyond the dates you selected.

Check Other Airports

Use the Airlines filter to search for prices at multiple airports in your area.

Google Flights Insights.

Google normally shows results for the largest airport in your area.

The cheapest option is highlighted in green.

Select it to lock in the price.

Google Flights trends.

This can also help you lock in that specific rate for a limited time.

confirm you’re signed in to yourGoogle accountbefore selecting this option.

On the flight summary page, enableTrack pricesto receive price alerts and travel tips via email.

Google Flights with the Airports filter highlighted.

There are several suggested locations available on the Google Flights homepage.

it’s possible for you to also select theExplorelink to see the cheapest prices for trips around the world.

This shows a map with current flight prices for several locations.

Results on Google Flights with the cheapest (green) option highlighted.

After selecting a location, Google Flights takes you to the page where you might pick your flights.

Google Flights with the Share button highlighted

Google Flight with the Explore Destinations heading highlighted.