Buying a flight out of Freetown is rarely just a matter of picking the lowest price. A few practical checks can prevent the mistakes that cost the most.
Make sure the name on the ticket exactly matches your passport, letter for letter. A spelling error can mean paying a fee to correct it, or in some cases a new ticket, and it is far easier to catch before you pay.
Remember that Freetown's airport is at Lungi, across the estuary, so plan the crossing and the transfer into your departure time. Leave generous time, because missing a flight for a delayed crossing is a costly way to learn the lesson.
Compare the whole journey, not only the fare. Look at the connection time, the baggage allowance, and the change and refund rules, because a slightly cheaper ticket with a very short connection or a strict baggage limit can end up costing more.
Book early for busy periods. School holidays, the end-of-year travel season and religious holidays are when seats get scarce and prices rise, and it pays to look well ahead.
Finally, check the visa and transit requirements for your whole route before you pay, including any country you only pass through. If you tell us where you are going, we will check the route against your passport, and can also arrange your transfers, hotel and travel insurance in the same booking.
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