Skyscanner shows combinations of flights and hotels that are cheaper together

Want to secure discounts?

Have you ever tried to organize a trip by buying a flight on one website, then looking for a hotel on another and, in the end, everything turned out to be more expensive than you expected? The good news is that Skyscanner now shows combinations of flights and hotels that are cheaper togetherall in one place. And the savings, in practice, can be much more interesting than doing everything separately.

If you love to travel but hate paying too much, or if you want to organize a last-minute getaway without a headache, stay tuned and I'll show you how to take advantage of Skyscanner's function - and I'll even give you some tips on how to save even more.

What is Skyscanner?

Skyscanner is one of the world's most used price comparators when it comes to travel. It gathers data from hundreds of airline, travel agency and hotel websites, delivering the best prices available at that moment.

But it doesn't stop there. As well as comparing flights, it now has a function that put together flight + hotel combos, showing when combining the two is cheaper than buying each one separately.

It's like a modern travel agency, where you see everything together and choose only what's worthwhile.

How does combining flights and hotels work?

When searching for a flight on Skyscanner, you can now activate the "Packages with hotel" option. When this function is turned on, the system automatically cross-references flight data with available hotels at the destination - and calculates which combinations result in lower total costs.

For example: you can find a flight for R$ 1,200 and a hotel for R$ 900. But if you book both together using Skyscanner's suggestion, you could pay just R$ 1,950 for the package - that's R$ 150 less.

In many cases, agencies and operators offer exclusive discounts when you book both at the same timeSkyscanner detects these conditions.

Do you have to close everything in the app?

Yes, to secure the discounted combo, you need to use the Skyscanner's official app or the official website. It redirects you to partners who offer the offer at a reduced price (such as Booking, Decolar, Expedia, among others).

You see the up-to-date prices, choose what you prefer and finalize directly with the partner - Skyscanner only does the bridging.

The advantage is that you save time and money in the search, since the system already organizes everything by price, evaluation and benefits.

Does it have to be for international travel?

Not at all. The flight + hotel function applies to both international destinations and trips within Brazil. You can use Skyscanner to organize a weekend in São Paulo, a getaway to Porto Seguro or a complete trip to Lisbon.

The logic is always the same: the system crosses the data and shows where the combo is cheaper.

What are the advantages of using this combination?

1# Real economyIn many cases, the package is cheaper than buying everything separately - even if the dates and services are the same.

2# Less time searching: you don't have to open a thousand tabs in your browser trying to compare.

3# Practical organizationEverything is brought together in one place, with synchronized dates and no risk of confusion.

4# More customization optionsYou can filter by hotel rating, type of accommodation, distance from the center, etc.

5# Price alertsYou can activate notifications to let you know when the combo you're interested in goes down in price.

How do you know if the combo is really worth it?

The combo won't always be cheaper, so it's important to check:

• How much does the flight cost separately?
• How much does the same hotel cost when booked separately?
• Is there a difference in benefits (free cancellation, coffee included, etc.)?

Skyscanner allows you to view the details of each item in the package. This way, you can make a quick comparison and decide whether to book together or separately.

Tip: Sometimes the total amount is the same, but closing together guarantees more flexibility or better payment terms.

And can you pay in installments?

This depends on the partner offering the combo. As Skyscanner only directs the offer, the installments and payment method will vary depending on the site where the purchase is completed.

On national sites such as Decolar or Hurb, it is usually possible to pay in installments. On the other hand, international partners usually pay by cash card.

Does Skyscanner charge any fees?

No. Skyscanner no fee for using the platform. All amounts shown include fees charged by airlines and partner hotels.

It's a 100% tool that's free to the consumer - the site earns commission from the companies that sell the packages, but this doesn't affect the final price for the buyer.

Extra tips to save even more

1# Use the "cheapest month" filter when searching for flights - Skyscanner shows you the period with the lowest fare for that destination.

2# Enable price alerts - when the price of the package drops, you'll be notified by email or in the app.

3# Search for accommodation with free cancellation - this way you can guarantee today's price and, if you find something better later, you can exchange it.

4# Avoid dates with long holidays - the price of combos tends to rise.

5# Search in the early hours of the morning or on weekdays - sometimes the system shows temporary offers with less competition.

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May 26th, 2025