Google Flights

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.

A new flight search site called Mindtrip Flights may rival Google Flights by allowing users to search for flights using plain English. The site enables specific requests, such as cheapest 7-day trips to certain destinations. This could make flight searching more efficient and user-friendly.