Airfare-Prediction Apps Can’t Handle a Summer Like This One

Airfare-prediction apps like Hopper, Kayak, and Google Flights struggle with this summer's unpredictable pricing due to exogenous shocks such as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and rising jet-fuel costs. These apps rely on historical data for predictions, but chaotic market conditions have reduced their accuracy, leaving travelers with less reliable guidance on when to book flights.