How to Book Multiple Flights and Hotels on Expedia

Booking a complex itinerary involving multiple flights and hotels on Expedia is a common need for travelers planning multi-leg vacations or business trips. While Expedia does not have a single "add everything to cart" button for disparate dates and locations, you can achieve this easily using the "Multi-City" flight tool and the "Add a Hotel" feature.

Step 1: Booking Multi-City Flights To book flights that fly into one city and out of another, or to visit multiple destinations in one trip, do not book separate one-way tickets. Instead, use the Multi-City search function.

Go to the Flights tab on the Expedia homepage.
Above the search bar, you will see options for "Roundtrip," "One-way," and "Multi-City." Select Multi-City.
This opens a form where you can enter Flight 1 (e.g., New York to London) and Flight 2 (e.g., London to Paris).
Click "Add another flight" to add up to 5 different legs to your journey.
Select your dates and number of passengers, then click Search.
Select your specific flights for each leg of the trip and proceed to checkout. This keeps all your flights under one Itinerary Number and often saves money compared to booking individually.

Step 2: Adding Hotels to Your Trip Once your flights are selected (or even after you have booked them), Expedia allows you to bundle hotels for extra savings.

During Booking: After selecting your flights, Expedia often prompts you with "Add a hotel and save." You can select a hotel for your first destination or subsequent destinations.
After Booking: If you have already booked your flights, log in to your Expedia account and go to My Trips. Open your upcoming flight itinerary. You will often see an option to "Add a Hotel" specifically linked to that trip.
Separate Bookings: For a true multi-city road trip where you need hotels in cities you aren't flying into, it is often easiest to book your Multi-City Flight first, and then book your hotels in separate transactions. As long as you are logged into your Expedia account, all these bookings will appear chronologically in your My Trips dashboard, essentially creating a unified itinerary.

Step 3: Bundling for Discounts If you are visiting just two locations, consider using the Bundle and Save (Vacation Package) feature. You can select "Flight + Hotel" at the start of your search. For multi-stop trips, the Multi-City flight tool combined with separate hotel bookings is the standard method. Always ensure you are logged in so that your Expedia Rewards points accumulate across all bookings.

Related FAQs

1. Can I book two different hotels for the same trip on Expedia? Yes. You will need to book them as separate transactions. Book the first hotel for your specific dates, then start a new search for the second hotel and book it. Both will appear in your "My Trips" list.

2. How do I change a flight on Expedia? Log in to your account, go to My Trips, select the flight you wish to change, and click "Change Flight." You may have to pay a difference in fare or a change fee depending on the airline's policy.

3. Is it cheaper to bundle flights and hotels on Expedia? Yes, booking a "Vacation Package" (Flight + Hotel) often unlocks "package savings" that are cheaper than booking the flight and hotel separately.

4. How do I contact official Expedia customer service? You can contact Expedia support through the "Help" or "Support" button on their official website, which usually offers a 24/7 Virtual Agent chat or provides the official toll-free number (typically starting with 1-877).

5. Can I book a flight for someone else on my Expedia account? Yes. During the checkout process, under "Traveler Details," enter the name and information of the person flying. You can pay with your card, but the ticket will be issued in their name.

6. What is the cancellation policy for Expedia hotels? This varies by hotel. Some rooms are "Non-refundable," while others offer "Free Cancellation" up to a certain date. Always check the specific terms listed in green text before confirming your booking.

7. How do I add a car rental to my existing booking? Go to My Trips, open your current itinerary, and look for the "Add a Car" option. Alternatively, you can search for a car separately in the "Cars" tab and book it for the same dates.

8. Do I get airline miles when booking through Expedia? Yes. You can enter your frequent flyer number (e.g., Delta SkyMiles, United MileagePlus) on the checkout page to earn miles with the airline, in addition to earning Expedia OneKeyCash.

9. Can I book a multi-city flight with different airlines? Yes. Expedia's Multi-City search automatically finds the best combination of airlines. You might fly United for the first leg and Lufthansa for the second leg within the same itinerary.

10. What should I do if I suspect a scam support number? If you see a phone number online claiming to be Expedia but it looks suspicious (e.g., posted in forums or unverified sites), do not call it. Always use the contact options inside the official Expedia app or website.