Black Friday is one of the biggest days of the year for travel deals, covering everything from flights and hotels to vacation packages and activities. It falls on Friday, November 27 this year, but many travel deals start early and extend through Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday. 

The best way to snag great Black Friday travel deals is to prepare in advance: shortlist destinations, check sale dates and set price alerts. That way you’re ready to book when the deals go live.  

Here’s everything you need to know to find the best travel deals in 2026. 

When do Black Friday travel deals start? 

The deals often start well before Black Friday itself. Expedia and Hotels.com historically release their Black Friday deals about a week ahead of Black Friday. The best way to score deals is to shop early and then check back for new special offer drops throughout Thanksgiving weekend. 

How can I prepare in advance for Black Friday travel deals? 

• Start tracking hotel and flight prices now. In the Expedia and Hotels.com apps, you can opt in to Price Tracking for flights and hotels and get notified if the price changes. This helps you view price history and spot genuinely good deals during the sale. 

• Favorite hotels in advance. Use trip boards to ‘favorite’ hotels in the weeks before the sale starts so you can browse deals on your preferred properties more easily when the discounts open up. 

• Stay flexible on your destination. Rather than choosing one or two destinations and hoping you will find a deal, think about the type of trip you want to take, whether it is a beach trip, a drivable city break or a girls weekend. Keeping your options broad will make it easier to find a great deal. 

• Sign up for loyalty programs (they’re free): Sign up for One Key on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo to unlock even more savings through member pricing —and collect rewards you can redeem on future trips. 

• Consider a travel rewards credit card if you are a frequent booker.   
  There are plenty of benefits to travel rewards cards beyond just earning more rewards. For example, One Key Card or One Key+ Card cardholders get automatic tier upgrades (Silver or Gold), receive special offers throughout the year, and earn OneKeyCash on everyday purchases, not just travel bookings. You will be earning toward your next trip before Black Friday even arrives. 

Can’t wait until Black Friday? Browse the latest travel deals on Expedia and Hotels.com.  

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q: Do Expedia and Hotels.com offer deals on flights and hotels during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday? 

A: Yes. Expedia and Hotels.com typically have a sale during the Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday period with discounts and flash deals. 

Q: When does the Expedia and Hotels.com Black Friday sale start? 

A: While Expedia and Hotels.com have not yet announced the dates of their 2026 Black Friday sale, in 2025 the sale started one week prior to Black Friday, and deals ran through Travel Tuesday. 

Q: Do I need to be a member to take advantage of Expedia and Hotels.com’s Black Friday sales? 

A: No. Expedia and Hotels.com’s Black Friday sales do not require membership. 

Q: Can I use my OneKeyCash on bookings made during Expedia’s Black Friday sale? 

A: Yes. Available OneKeyCash can be applied to eligible hotel bookings during the sale.