Review
SkyscannerChecked by Vetteroo review
Flexible travelers.
We check it out so you don’t have to.
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- What it is
- Flight, hotel and car-hire comparison site that sends you to airlines or agents to book
- Best for
- Travelers hunting for the cheapest fares
- Price
- Free to search
- Prices checked
- October 31, 2026
We researched Skyscanner's official pricing, terms, product pages, help pages and outside reviews. We haven't used Skyscanner ourselves, so this is a research-based review, not a hands-on test.
Who it’s best for
- Flexible travelers.
- People searching "everywhere" for deals.
- Budget travelers.
Who should skip it
- Probably not the best fit for travelers who want one company to handle the booking.
How it works day to day
This part draws on Skyscanner’s own product pages, help center and documentation, read October 31, 2026 (listed under Sources). We haven’t used Skyscanner ourselves.
Search your dates, read the cancellation terms for the specific booking, and pay.
Key features in use
- Flight search
- Everywhere search
- Price alerts
- Hotels
- Car hire
Setup and learning curve
None.
Integrations
None.
Support
Email, chat or phone; see its site.
Real-world use cases
- Cheap flights
- Flexible trips
- Weekend breaks
- Planning
What it costs
Prices checked October 31, 2026, from Skyscanner’s own pricing page unless noted. Prices change often, so check the official page before you buy.
- Searching is free; you pay the airline or travel agent you book with.
- Its terms explain that bookings are made with third parties, whose own terms apply.
What we like
- Free.
- Rated top by Which? among comparison sites.
- Trustpilot 4.4 from 23,025.
- Price alerts.
What to watch for
- You book with third parties.
- Some agents add fees.
- Prices can change.
- Support goes through the seller.
The fine print
- Cancellation and refund rules are set by each property or provider; read them before you book.
The main alternative: Google Flights
Google Flights is the main rival.
What it costs: Free
Pick Skyscanner if you…
- want "everywhere" search.
- want hotels and cars too.
- want agent prices.
Pick Google Flights if you…
- want fast airline-direct results.
- want price tracking.
- want a simpler page.
Our take
Skyscanner is a strong free fare finder; book with the airline directly when the price is close.
Side by side
| Company | Best for | Starting price | Trial / refund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyscanner Checked by Vetteroo | Travelers hunting for the cheapest fares | Free to search | Seller's terms apply |
| Google Flights | Fast flight search with price tracking | Free | Free |
From our company records. Check the official pages for current prices.
What we checked
- Skyscanner's pricing, product pages and terms, read October 31, 2026
- Skyscanner's Trustpilot profile, read October 31, 2026
- Google Flights's details: read on its official pages on October 31, 2026 (comparison only; not reviewed)
- The other official and outside pages listed under Sources (links checked October 31, 2026)
Sources
- Skyscanner (official site)
- Skyscanner terms
- Skyscanner review (Which?)
- Skyscanner test (USA Today)
- Skyscanner news (The Scotsman)
- Skyscanner on Trustpilot
Ready to try Skyscanner?
- Free to search
How we review
We read the company's own terms, test the sign-up or booking steps where we can, and compare it with alternatives. A commission never changes what we write. Read our disclosure.
Disclosure: Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend things we believe are useful. Read our full disclosure.