I very rarely fly and to be honest, I can't remember how early I booked tickets the last time I flew (2008), but I know the exact dates for a flight I am taking in early November. Should I book tickets now or wait? I have my mind set on the times of day for when I am flying and what city I am connecting in, as well. Thanks everyone for any advice!

Where are you flying from, where are you going to? What airline? What is the current price?

There is no hard and fast rule about when to buy. Look at the price, if it looks good, buy.

Thanks Kathie. Problem is, I very rarely fly or look at prices of flights, so I would assume this is not a good price. Prices right now are $459. I'm flying from Sioux Falls, SD to Boston, MA -- leaving Friday, returning Monday and want to connect in Chicago.

I think that's a great price given what prices flights are running now. You're talking about going from a really small airport on a regional carrier with a particular connection you must have? The more nust-haves, the higher the price...

that said, it may not go UP much between now and September as it's already what the market may bear for a November flight so you're likely safe waiting till mid-summer.

if you connect in Denver the price is $395.
If you only connect in Chicago on outward flight and DEN on return the cost is $427

Check ITA software but if you're really fussy about all your must haves that does sound like a reasonable price.

Thanks everyone! I appreciate all the replies.