Associating local events with flight search tools for planning is a step, but far from the optimum; these platforms display prices, not the expert knowledge of a festival that blocks streets.
To reach the full potential of planning, proactive research into event calendars, understanding tourist flows, and anticipating repercussions beyond just checking airline fares are necessary.
A cheap flight during the Saint John’s Festival in Porto can mean huge hidden costs for local transportation and accommodation, turning a good deal into a logistical nightmare.
We need to aim for real-time information, not just the fare entry point, to truly maximize the experience.