Skyscanner activates automatic ticket price drop alert

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Have you ever been monitoring the price of an airline ticket, refreshing the screen every hour for fear of missing out on the best offer? Well, now you can put an end to that stress. Skyscanner has activated an automatic feature that alerts you to when the ticket price drops - and the best part: you don't have to do much at all. Just activate the alert and wait for the notification.

This new feature promises to make life much easier for those who want to travel while saving money. With the price drop alert working automatically, the app shows you exactly when it's the right time to buy. And anyone who has traveled using these tools knows what a difference it makes in the pocket.

Want to know when the best time to buy is?

The truth is that airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time. Sometimes the same route can vary by hundreds of reais from one day to the next. The problem is that no one has the time (or the patience) to look at them all day. And that's where Skyscanner comes in as a true ally for those who want to save money.

Now, when you search for a flight in the app or on the website, the price drop alert can be activated automatically. Just click on the "Receive price alerts" option, and that's it: the system monitors for you. If the price drops, you'll receive a notification straight to your cell phone or email. It's as simple as that.

How does Skyscanner's automatic alert work?

Skyscanner constantly monitors the routes it searches. When it detects any change in value - up or down - it registers it. But the alert only warns you when the value decreases. In other words, the focus is on making you pay less. There's no need to be told that your ticket has gone up in price (which, for the time being, the app avoids).

You choose the destination, enter the date (or flexible dates) and activate the alert. From then on, the system will alert you whenever it identifies a significant drop in price. And if you're already logged in to your account, the history of alerts is saved, making it easier to keep track of them.

Does it work for any destination?

Yes, you can activate the alert for national and international flights. Want to go to Salvador? Activate it. Want a day trip to São Paulo? Activate. Dreaming of Lisbon or Buenos Aires? Activate it too. The system is the same, and it works simply: you choose the route, Skyscanner monitors it.

And the more people who are researching the same route, the more data the system has to predict fall patterns and send more accurate alerts.

Do you have to pay to use this feature?

No. The automatic price alert is 100% free. It requires no paid plan, no subscription, nothing. It's a function available in both the app and the browser. The only requirement is to have a free account on the platform in order to receive notifications by email or push.

And it's worth noting: Skyscanner doesn't sell tickets directly. It redirects you to the agencies or companies that offer the lowest price at the time of your search. In other words, it's a comparator - and now an even smarter comparator.

What about lightning promotions?

If you've ever missed out on a promotion because you saw it too late, the alert takes care of that. As soon as the system detects a significant discount, the notification is sent. This helps you catch lightning deals that only last a few hours - those that, if you're not quick, are gone.

That's why it's interesting activate the alert in advance. Does that New Year's Eve ticket drop in price for just a few hours? With the alert activated, you'll receive the notification at the right time.

Can you choose a price limit?

Not quite yet. What you can do is follow the price trend on the graph that the app itself shows. It indicates whether prices are going up, down or have stabilized. But the notification will always come when there is a reduction in relation to the previous monitored value.

Soon, according to Skyscanner itself, new functions should make it possible to set price ceilings - something that is already being tested in some regions.

Is it reliable to buy this way?

Yes, Skyscanner works with the world's leading airlines and travel agencies. Every purchase made through the platform redirects to verified partners. And you can compare rates, schedules, stopovers and even baggage policy before you buy.

The alert can even be combined with other money-saving strategies, such as buying with flexible dates, avoiding public holidays and flying at less popular times.

How do I activate the price alert?

1# Go to the Skyscanner website or app.

2# Search for the route and dates you want.
3# Click on the little bell that appears on the results screen.
4# Log in (if you don't already have an account).
5# Ready! From then on, the system will warn you.

You can activate as many alerts as you like. You can even receive notifications for different dates for the same destination - ideal for those who have availability and want to choose the cheapest option.

Does it make a real difference to the economy?

Yes, a lot. If you activate the alert in advance, you can track price fluctuations and catch the right deals. Instead of buying in a hurry (and paying dearly), you let the app do the dirty work for you.

There have been cases of the same flight dropping more than R$ 500 in two days. The passenger who had the alert activated received the warning and bought on the spot. The result? Guaranteed, effortless savings.

Who should use this feature?

1# Those who want to travel but are still waiting for a promotion.
2# Those with flexible dates can take advantage of the best opportunity.
3# Anyone who hates wasting time researching every day.
4# Those who love to travel cheaply - and don't mind paying less for flights.

If you fit any of these profiles, there's no reason not to use the alert. It's free, simple to activate and totally effective.

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May 23, 2025