"Book with a travel agent" option on Google Flights
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I've encountered similar scenarios multiple times. Google is claiming that one can book these flights for 186 USD with a travel agent. I've checked a few travel agent websites (like kayak, momondo, skyscanner, expedia, and some others) and this ticket is not available anywhere. Is Google Flights' claim about the existence of a travel agent who is selling this ticket for 186 USD wrong, or does such a travel agent actually exist and I just failed to find it?
The question is not about this particular ticket (though if someone can find a proof that the $186 price is legit, it would be neat), but rather about whether I should trust Google about agent's prices in general.
Best Answer
I've seen a similar issue specifically when I search Multi-city instead of a one way. I wanted to book through Chase Ultimate Rewards and got an error, when I called the support desk they said "it must be the airline hasn't updated their inventory", but I kept seeing the same fare multiple days after. In my case, the fare may have existed at some point, but there was no space left under that Fare Class (I searched with ExpertFlyer). It may as well be that the Fare Construction needs to be specified by a travel agent, and that's why Google recommends that but unfortunately I have not found an agent that would do this.
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Can you book multi city flights on Google Flights?
Use Google flights to: Find and book round trip, one-way and multi-city tickets.How do you use flexible dates on Google Flights Mobile?
Just enter your flight and dates and then click on dates in your search, and Google will pull up a handy two-month calendar. Scroll through and you'll see the lowest prices available in green.How do I book an incognito flight?
Simply navigate to the browser menu, usually found in the upper right-hand corner of your browser window, and select \u201cNew incognito/private window.\u201dIs it safe to book a flight through Google Flights?
Google Flights is a reliable, legitimate, and trustworthy site for flight searching. In general, its prices are accurate and reflect the same prices as you'll find on the airline websites and other OTAs.Google Flights Guide Episode 5: Advanced Topics
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