I'm curious how much these sales are actually worth it? Maybe there's some catch with the flight dates or hidden fees? Should I book tickets right now or will prices drop even further?
The main thing: don't rely on flashy sales and compare the final price with all fees and extra charges included. Airlines often advertise an attractive base fare, but then add commissions, baggage fees, seat selection, fuel surcharge - in the end the price can be even higher than with a regular offer. Before booking, just finish the calculation and check what's written in the fine print.
As for Moscow and Turkish airlines specifically - the capital really does have frequent sales, because it's a major airport with high competition between airlines. Prices fluctuate depending on season and demand. If you see a ticket for the period when you're planning to fly, you don't necessarily need to wait for it to go even lower - prices can go up, especially as peak season approaches. But if your dates are flexible, then yeah, it makes sense to monitor for a few days and catch the minimum.
About the tricks: check if there are restrictions on departure dates (sometimes the sale is only for inconvenient days or with a tiny selection window), verify whether the ticket is refundable and what the rebooking rules are - that's usually where it's hidden. If you're choosing an airline, read reviews about hidden charges at that specific company - there might be a recurring problem.
Airline ticket prices change constantly, and there are often deals from Moscow - but the actual figures depend on the specific route and dates. Turkish airlines really are sometimes cheaper than European ones, but you need to look at the details: check whether baggage registration, meals, and seat selection are included in the price, calculate the total amount with fees and commissions. It's hard to predict price drops, but usually things get cheaper a couple of months before departure for flights that literally nobody's booking - but if the route is popular, better not to wait.
Your question kind of assumes there's one right answer about prices, but really it all depends on when you're looking! Flights from Moscow really are cheaper than from the provinces - there's more competition, more options. Turkish airlines often offer attractive rates, especially on domestic routes or flights to neighboring countries, but I can't give you a specific price because it changes literally every day.
As for hidden catches - the previous answer already correctly pointed out the sneaky fees, and that's definitely a real problem! Check the final cost in your cart before paying, not just the base fare. But I'll add this: sometimes cheap tickets come with awkward dates, layovers, or service classes that barely include anything - no baggage even. A direct route might cost more, but it'll save you hours and headaches.
About booking right now - usually tickets get cheaper about 1.5 to 2 months before departure! If your flight date is already close, there's nothing to catch, just take what you can get. If you've still got time ahead, you can wait, but not forever - at some point prices will go up again. Use price tracking tools to spot the low point!
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