I’m a flight attendant – you can save money on flights by FREEZING items

LONG gone are the days when you have to overspend on travel and luggage fees.

Flight attendant Arina Bloom has shared with Insider.com the easy travel tips you need to try to save you money next time you’re planning a trip.

UPGRADE TICKET AT THE AIRPORT

“I always advise people to purchase an economy ticket at home and upgrade it at the airport,” Bloom told Insider.

Upgrading your ticket will save you a drastic amount of money by waiting until you’re at the gate to upgrade your seat.

“Just be extremely nice to the staff, and arrive early so business seats are still available,” she said.

“But don’t wait until you get on the plane — flight attendants don’t usually have that much power.”

PACK AN EMPTY BOTTLE

Rather than spending an absurd amount on bottled water, the flight attendant suggested taking an empty bottle along with you.

“Most airports are full of water fountains, and many have a special pump to refill bottles quickly,” she said.

The former flight attendant said the same rule works for food, as long as it’s solid.

FREEZE LIQUIDS

If you don’t want to check a bag for a liquid that’s over three ounces, Bloom said to try freezing it so it goes under the scanner as a solid.

“Even if it melts a little bit on the ride to the airport, it shouldn’t be a problem if it’s stored properly,” she told Insider.

CHEAPER TICKET DAYS

Don’t be too quick to purchase your plane ticket.

The flight attendant said to buy your tickets on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, as they’re usually the cheapest these days.

“If you have some flexibility, it’s also better to check out different dates on the calendar instead of looking for a specific day to fly,” she said.

STICK WITH ONE AIRLINE

Bloom also recommended opening a bonus card with one airline or one group of airlines.

“In addition to collecting miles you can use on a later flight, you can also get free checked bags, upgrades, and access to lounges with free food and drinks.”