Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about how Sam's Flight Club works.
How deals work
How does Sam's Flight Club find deals?
Our system continuously scans thousands of route and date combinations using Skyscanner data. We track pricing over time and build a baseline for what each route normally costs. When a fare appears significantly below that baseline — typically 40% or more — it enters our validation process.
What makes a fare count as a "deal"?
We use a 40% savings threshold as the minimum. A $500 flight on a route that normally runs $1,000 is not a deal we would alert on. A $300 flight on that same route is. We look at the percentage savings, the absolute savings, the freshness of the fare, and the quality of the itinerary.
Do you verify deals before sending them?
Yes. Every deal goes through a validation step before it reaches you. We re-check the fare in real time and confirm it is still available and still below threshold. Our team reviews deal candidates before they are published. You will not receive alerts for fares we cannot verify.
Why do prices change so quickly?
Airfare pricing is dynamic and changes constantly — sometimes within minutes. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, seat availability, time to departure, and competitive factors. Anomaly fares are often the result of pricing mistakes, limited-time promotions, or algorithm artifacts. They can disappear quickly. That is why we alert you as fast as we can.
What routes do you cover?
In the current launch phase, we focus on international and domestic routes departing from LAX (Los Angeles) and JFK (New York). We cover a wide range of destinations in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. More airports will be added as we grow.
Airports and coverage
Which departure airports are currently supported?
Sam's Flight Club currently serves two departure airports: LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) and JFK (John F. Kennedy International Airport). We start focused so we can go deep on deal quality, not breadth.
Can I add multiple airports to my account?
Yes. If you are a member, you can select either or both supported airports from your account settings. You will receive alerts for deals departing from any airport you have selected.
When are more airports being added?
We are actively planning expansion to additional US cities and international departure points. Priority will be driven by member demand. If your city is not on the list, sign up — it helps us understand where to expand.
Do you cover international and domestic flights?
Yes. We cover both. Historically the most dramatic savings are on international routes, but we alert on strong domestic anomalies as well.
Alerts and email
How do I receive alerts?
Deal alerts are sent to your email address as soon as a deal passes validation. You can also view all active deals in your member dashboard at any time.
How fast are alerts sent after a deal is found?
We send alerts as quickly as possible after a deal is validated and approved — typically within minutes. The faster you act, the better your chances of securing the fare.
Can I turn off email alerts?
Yes. You can disable email alerts from your account settings or use the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any alert email. Note: turning off email alerts does not cancel your subscription. Your dashboard access continues. You can re-enable alerts at any time.
Can I pause alerts while I'm traveling?
Yes. You can set your alerts to pause until a specific date from your account settings. This is useful if you are traveling and do not want to deal with flight alerts while away.
What is the difference between unsubscribing from emails and canceling my membership?
Unsubscribing from deal alert emails only stops email delivery. It does not cancel your subscription. You keep full access to the dashboard and can re-enable emails anytime. Canceling your subscription ends your membership at the end of your billing period and stops all alerts permanently.
Billing and account
How much does Sam's Flight Club cost?
Membership is $59/year, billed annually after a 7-day free trial. That works out to about $4.92/month.
Do I need a credit card to start the trial?
Yes. We require a payment method at signup to verify your account. Nothing is charged until your 7-day trial ends.
What happens at the end of my free trial?
If you do not cancel before your 7-day trial ends, your card is charged $59 for the year. You will receive a reminder before the trial ends.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel anytime from your account billing settings. If you cancel during the trial, you will not be charged. If you cancel after your annual charge, your access continues until the end of the billing year.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. If you are not satisfied within 30 days of your first charge, contact us and we will issue a full refund.
Booking and the product
Can I book flights through Sam's Flight Club?
No. Sam's Flight Club is a deal alert membership, not a booking platform. We do not issue tickets, take commissions, or complete purchases on your behalf. When you click a deal, you are taken directly to the airline or a major booking provider to complete the transaction.
Why don't you book flights directly?
Our focus is on finding deals, not on bookings. Becoming a booking platform would require airline agreements, payment infrastructure, and customer support for ticket problems — all of which would distract from what we do best. Direct links mean you get the same price we found, with no markup.
Are the deals always available when I click?
We verify deals before alerting you, but fares can change between validation and when you click. If a deal is no longer available, it is not a failure of our process — fares simply move fast. Most deals remain available for several hours after we send the alert.
Do you receive a commission on bookings?
No. We are a subscription business. We earn nothing from your bookings and have no incentive to push you toward any particular provider or airline.
Still have questions?
Reach out and we will get back to you within one business day.