Are Travel Agents Cheaper for International Trips?

Domestic travel is a commodity; International travel is a specialty. Agents often have "Consolidator" contracts that beat the cheapest airline website by 15-20% for long-haul routes.

Beyond the Ticket

An agent doesn't just find the flight; they find the flight with the 3-hour connection instead of the 45-minute sprint through Heathrow. That time saved is often worth more than the $50 fee.