Okay, there’s been a death in the family, or, Grandma insists you visit or you’re out of the will, or, your kid in college is about to drop out and join a cult.

So, you’ve got to get on a plane. You know it’s going to be pricey, but you also know: YOU. MUST. GO.

So, are you doomed to pay a $1,000 for your airline ticket?

Well…not necessarily! Here are some tips for finding cheap airfare at the very last minute…