When you’re planning a trip, the hardest part is usually finding a flight that doesn’t burn your wallet. I’ve tried a bunch of booking tools, but two names keep showing up: Aviasales and Wego. Both claim to find you the cheapest tickets, but they don’t always work the same way. Here’s what I noticed after using them.

Aviasales – Straightforward and Global

Aviasales feels like a no-nonsense search tool. You put in your dates and destination, and it gives you a long list of options from different airlines and agencies. What makes it stand out for me is the low-price calendar and the map feature. If your dates are flexible, you can literally see which day is cheapest to fly. It works really well for international routes. I’ve had the best results with flights to Europe and Asia. The only catch? Sometimes the price changes a bit when you click through to the agency’s website. Not a deal-breaker, but a bit annoying.

Wego – More Local, More Options

Wego feels a little different. It doesn’t just stop at flights — it also lets you search for hotels and bundle things together. That can save time if you don’t want to hop between apps. The big plus here is local coverage. If you’re in Asia or the Middle East, Wego often pulls up smaller agencies and deals you won’t always see on global platforms. It also supports local currencies and languages, which makes the process smoother. On the downside**,** Wego’s search tools are a bit simpler compared to Aviasales. It’s good for quick searches, but I miss things like the price map.

My Verdict

If you’re going on a big international trip and want to play around with dates, Aviasales is hard to beat. The tools just make it easier to spot bargains. If your travel is mostly regional, especially around Asia or the Middle East, then Wego might save you more money with local offers. Plus, it’s handy if you want hotels in the same app.

Personally, I keep both on my phone. I start with Aviasales to get an idea of the cheapest routes, then double-check Wego for booking. That way, I don’t miss out.

• Aviasales = best for global searches + flexible travelers.
• Wego = best for local deals + hotel bundles.