Kiwi.com revolutionizes how travelers discover, compare, and book flights, trains, and buses by applying advanced search algorithms and travel hacks to find routes and prices not shown by traditional airline websites. Through an all-in-one itinerary management system and access to unconventional connections, Kiwi.com delivers seamless planning and cost-effective travel experiences that stretch far beyond basic airfare booking.
Powerful Global Search with Hidden Savings
- Find connections others miss.
- Use the Kiwi-Code search engine to reveal flight combinations airlines typically don’t show.
- Access multi-city, intermodal routes blending flights, trains, and buses into one streamlined journey.
- Discover throwaway tickets, where round-trip bookings are cheaper than one-way fares.
- Explore hidden-city ticketing, a technique that uses stopovers as final destinations to save money.
Curated Deals and Price Alerts
- Target the best options for your budget.
- Browse the Deals section for tailored low-fare suggestions to trending destinations.
- Set up route-based price alerts and get notified when fares drop on your preferred trips.
- Identify overlooked travel routes or combinations through dynamic recommendations.
- Ideal for spontaneous getaways or budget-conscious travelers planning ahead.
Flexible Itineraries with Self-Transfer Options
- Build trips across carriers and modes.
- Combine carriers that don’t usually cooperate using self-transfer itineraries.
- Save by switching between budget airlines, buses, or rail connections in one booking.
- Clearly see layover information and expected transfer times when switching terminals or stations.
- Reduce costs while gaining freedom to choose routes based on timing, pricing, or convenience.
Smart Booking and Itinerary Management
- All bookings, one central hub.
- Track all trip details—flights, accommodations, boarding passes—in a unified interface.
- Modify bookings, request extras, or cancel when needed through streamlined support tools.
- Get real-time travel notifications, gate updates, and itinerary changes directly in-app.
- Share your travel plans with others or access across multiple devices without re-entering details.
Travel Assistance and User Support
- Reliable help, before and after departure.
- Tap into Help & Support articles, access chat-based assistance, or contactKiwi.com directly for complex issues.
- Stay covered with the optional Kiwi.com Guarantee, offering support during delays, cancellations, or missed connections.
- Access updated FAQs, baggage policies, and refund instructions in-app or through the website.
- Enjoy multilingual service support tailored to global users.
Insider Travel Tools and Hacks
- Maximize flexibility and affordability.
- Use travel hacks like hidden-city, self-transfer, and mix-and-match airlines to unlock cheaper alternatives.
- Avoid overpaying by utilizing intelligent ticket splitting or combining budget carriers with traditional ones.
- Get notified about "secret escapes", rare fare errors, or limited-time route discounts.
- Enhance trip creativity with tools designed for both adventure seekers and efficient planners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can Kiwi.com find cheaper tickets than airline sites?
Yes, Kiwi uses unique combinations and hidden routes airlines don't advertise.
Q: What is a self-transfer itinerary?
It combines different carriers that don’t offer through-ticketing for lower prices.
Q: Is the app only for flights?
No, it also includes trains, buses, and intermodal connections in one search.
Q: Does Kiwi.com offer price alerts?
Yes, users can set alerts for specific routes and receive updates when prices change.
Q: Can I manage my itinerary in the app?
Yes, all travel details, bookings, and changes are accessible from the app.
Q: What happens if my connection is missed?
Kiwi offers support and optional guarantees to assist with such disruptions.
Q: Are all modes of transport included in a single booking?
Yes, you can combine flights, buses, and trains in a unified itinerary.
Q: Is there support for booking changes or cancellations?
Yes, the app provides options to modify, cancel, or add services to bookings.
Version History
v2024.11.1 —— 20 Jun 2024
Travel hack itineraries—discover unique booking strategies to unlock the lowest fares.
Affordable travel focus—plan your dream trip with smarter, budget-friendly routes.
v2024.11.0 —— 13 Jun 2024
Same updates as v2024.11.1—continued rollout of travel hack features.
v2024.10.0 —— 6 Jun 2024
Same updates as above—ongoing enhancements to affordable travel planning.
