How much does a plane ticket cost? ——Price analysis and trends of popular routes in 2024
Recently, with the arrival of the summer travel season, air ticket prices have become a hot topic across the Internet. The following is the price data and hot content analysis of popular routes in the past 10 days to help you plan your travel budget.
1. Price comparison of popular domestic routes (economy class one-way tax included)

| route | Lowest price (yuan) | Average price (yuan) | Peak price (yuan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing-Shanghai | 580 | 850 | 1200 |
| Guangzhou-Chengdu | 420 | 680 | 950 |
| Shenzhen-Hangzhou | 390 | 620 | 880 |
| Xi'an-Sanya | 510 | 780 | 1100 |
2. International route price fluctuations (economy class round-trip tax included)
| route | Average price in June (yuan) | Estimated price in July (yuan) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai-Tokyo | 3200 | 4500 | +40% |
| Beijing-Singapore | 2800 | 3800 | +35% |
| Guangzhou-Bangkok | 2100 | 2900 | +38% |
3. Recent hot air ticket price events
1.Fuel surcharge reduced: Since June 5, the fuel surcharge for domestic routes has been reduced to 50/30 yuan (above/below 800 kilometers), and some routes have seen prices fall.
2.Summer parent-child travel outbreak: Starting from July 1, the prices of routes from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Hainan, Yunnan and other places will generally increase by 30%-50%. It is recommended to purchase tickets 2-3 weeks in advance.
3.New air season routes launched: New routes such as Chengdu-Istanbul and Xiamen-Sydney have been opened, with initial promotional prices 15%-20% lower than regular routes.
4. Tips for saving money when buying tickets
1.Travel during peak hours: The average air ticket price on Tuesday and Wednesday is 18%-22% lower than on the weekend.
2.Price comparison across multiple platforms: The price difference for the same flight on different OTA platforms can be up to 200 yuan.
3.Member Day Promotion: Special tickets are often released on airline membership days (such as China Southern Airlines on the 28th and China Eastern Airlines on the 18th).
5. Future Price Forecast
| time period | price trend | Suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| July 15th - August 25th | Continued high | Lock in your tickets early |
| Late August to early September | Down 20%-30% | Can be watched |
| National Day period | Expected to surge | Buy tickets 3 months in advance |
To sum up, the price of an air ticket is affected by multiple factors such as route, time, and policy. According to the latest data, the price range for domestic short-distance routes is concentrated at 400-800 yuan, while the price range for international long-distance routes is generally 3,000-5,000 yuan. It is recommended that travelers pay attention to airline updates and use ticket purchasing strategies flexibly to obtain the best prices.
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