If 2023 was the year of exorbitant flight prices, 2024 is looking to be the antithesis. Early bird flight sales are proving that you can still score a bargain if you book early. Cathay Pacific launched its sale on September 18, with flights to Europe from as little as $1678. FYI, the sale ends September 30, so you may be lucky enough to nab a bargain yet. See here for the hottest fares on sale. 

Now, Webjet has launched its massive European sale with return flights starting from as little as $1049. The limited-time offer is live from now until September 30 or until sold out. The travel dates for the sale fares are from January 1 – August 31, 2024, so you’ll be able to enjoy peak European summer without breaking the bank. 

To make things easy for you, here are the hottest fares on sale right now: 

• Sydney to Amsterdam from $1620 (return, Economy) 
• Sydney to Athens from $1049 (return, Economy) 
• Sydney to Dublin from $2049 (return, Economy)
• Sydney to London from $1569 (return, Economy) 
• Sydney to Paris from $1,499 (return, Economy) 
• Sydney to Rome from $1,299 (return, Economy) 
• Melbourne to Athens from $1099 (return, Economy)
• Melbourne to Amsterdam from $1759 (return, Economy)
• Melbourne to Dublin from $2020 (return, Economy)
• Melbourne to Paris from $1239 (return, Economy)

So, if you want to head to Europe next year and not spend your life savings on a return fare, book your flights early. If you’re in need of a little travel inspiration here are the 9 best lesser known Greek islands to escape the crowds at.

Sale is available from 09:00 25 September – 23:59 30 September 2023 (AEST), unless sold out prior. Sale is valid for international flight bookings only, to select destinations. Savings are applied automatically for new outbound, economy international flight bookings made. For more information or to book, visit  webjet.com.au

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