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Going on a day trip and need to fly out and return on the same day? We offer same day return flights to destinations worldwide from more than 650 airlines!

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One-Day Return Flights

Same-day return flights, also known as 'one-day return flights,' allow you to depart and return on the same day. These flights are ideal for business trips or when you have limited holiday days off work. They're perfect for destinations that are close enough to make travelling back and forth in a single day manageable, providing a quick and efficient travel solution.

At Alternative Airlines, you can search and buy same-day return flights using our search form at the top of the page. All you need to do is set the departure and return dates to the same day before you search.

Take a look at our guide below to see how you can search and buy same-day return flights.

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How to Buy Same-Day Return Flights with Alternative Airlines

Step One

🔎 Search for Flights: Use our flight search tool and select your departure city, destination, and same-day return as the travel dates.


Step Two

📆 Compare Options: Review available flights, considering factors like price, flight duration, and departure/return times.


Step Three

🌏 Book Your Flight: Select your preferred flight and complete the booking process, ensuring that you have the right times for a same-day return.

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Why Choose a Same-Day Return?

  • Same-day return flights can save money, eliminating the need for overnight accommodation.
  • It's ideal for business travellers or day trips, allowing you to complete your trip within one day.
  • With flexible departure and return times, you can optimize your schedule without the hassle of extended stays.
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Tips for Booking Same-Day Return Flights

Consider the time of day:

Consider flying early or landing late. Flights are usually cheaper if you fly early in the day or land late. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often less in demand and cheaper to fly on than Fridays or Sundays.


Book your flights early:

Same-day flights can fill up fast, so booking in advance ensures better options and lower prices. Airlines typically offer cheaper prices when flights are first released, and prices slowly increase as the flight date approaches.


Plan for short layovers:

Ensure you have enough time between flights, especially when transiting through busy airports with a short layover. Pack light and take carry-on baggage so you aren't waiting at the airport for longer than you need to.


Monitor flight times:

Check for last-minute flight schedule changes that could impact your return. The airline can make changes at any point even regarding the gate therefore to stay organized, check for any updates.

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Airlines Offering Affordable Same-Day Return Flights

To find same-day return flights, you can use a search form on our website and set the departure and return dates to the same day. Low-cost airlines such as Frontier, easyJet and Ryan Air will appear.

While policies vary across airlines, many offer flexible change and cancellation options, allowing for last-minute adjustments to travel plans. JetBlue allows for free same-day flight changes. This gives travellers greater flexibility to adjust their plans without incurring additional fees.

Other airlines that offer affordable same-day return flights include Emirates, Volaris, Avianca and Etihad.

Search and Book Same Day Return Flights

Ready to book your same day return flights? Find your perfect flights here with Alternative Airlines:

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Same Day Return Flights FAQs

What is a same day return flight?

A same day return flight is a flight that departs and returns in the same day. Usually, the outbound journey will leave early in the morning and the return will leave later in the evening, giving you enough time to spend in the destination that you're flying to.

What is a one day return flight?

A one day return flight is just another name for a same return flight. A one day return will depart and return you in just one (the same) day. 

How do you find same day return flights?

At Alternative Airlines, you can search and buy same day return flights by using our search form at the top of the page. All you need to do is set the departure and return dates to the same day before you search.

Are same day return flights cheaper?

Same day return flights are not necessarily cheaper or more expensive than any other flight. However, because you're flying out and returning on the same day, you won't have to spend extra money on accommodation in the destination that you're flying to.

Where can I buy last minute day return flights?

You can buy last minute same day return flights at Alternative Airlines. The majority of our e-tickets are sent instantly or within 2 hours. The longest it will take for you to receive your e-ticket with within 24 hours. Take a look at our last minute flights page to find out more.

Which airlines do same day return flights?

Majority of airlines will offer same day return flights however, some examples are: Emirates, Avianca, Volaris and Eithad.

What are popular same-day return routes?

London to Paris

  • Flight duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Perfect for day trips or business excursions due to the short flight time.

New York to Washington, D.C

  • Flight duration is around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Ideal domestic flight for business trips or quick meetings.

Los Angeles to San Francisco

  • Flight duration is 1 hour depending on air traffic.
  • Popular for fast business trips within California.

Tokyo to Osaka

  • The flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Great for domestic day trips within Japan.