Whether you’re planning a trip overseas or simply want to compare prices in different currencies Kayak makes it easy to change the currency on their site. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
1. Go to Kayak.com and select the “Flight” tab.
2. Enter your travel details into the search fields including the departure and arrival cities travel dates and the number of travelers.
3. Then click on the “More Options” button just below the search fields.
4. In the “More Options” menu select the “Currency” drop-down menu and choose the currency you want to use. Kayak currently offers prices in over 25 different currencies.
5. Once you’ve selected your currency click on the “Search” button to continue.
You’ll then be able to see flight prices displayed in your chosen currency. If you decide to book a flight Kayak will automatically convert the price back into US dollars (or your home currency if you’re not in the US) at the current exchange rate.
How do I change the currency on Kayak?
You can change the currency by going to the “Settings” tab and selecting “Currency” from the drop-down menu.
How do I ensure that I am getting the best rate possible when changing my currency on Kayak?
By default Kayak will always show you the best rate possible.
However you can also check live rates by clicking on the “Live Rates” tab.
What is the difference between the “Exchange Rate” and the “Live Rate”?
The “Exchange Rate” is the rate that Kayak uses to calculate prices in your chosen currency.
The “Live Rate” is the current market rate for the currency pair.
I noticed that the “Live Rate” is different from the “Exchange Rate”.
Why is this?
The “Live Rate” is the current market rate for the currency pair while the “Exchange Rate” is the rate that Kayak uses to calculate prices in your chosen currency.
I’m trying to book a flight and the price is different from what I’m seeing on the “Live Rate” tab.
Why is this?
The “Live Rate” tab shows the current market rate for the currency pair.
The price of your flight may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a hotel and the price is different from what I’m seeing on the “Live Rate” tab.
Why is this?
The “Live Rate” tab shows the current market rate for the currency pair.
The price of your hotel may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a rental car and the price is different from what I’m seeing on the “Live Rate” tab.
Why is this?
The “Live Rate” tab shows the current market rate for the currency pair.
The price of your rental car may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a vacation package and the price is different from what I’m seeing on the “Live Rate” tab.
Why is this?
The “Live Rate” tab shows the current market rate for the currency pair.
The price of your vacation package may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a flight and the price is different in my chosen currency than it is in the currency I originally searched in.
Why is this?
The price of your flight may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a hotel and the price is different in my chosen currency than it is in the currency I originally searched in.
Why is this?
The price of your hotel may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a rental car and the price is different in my chosen currency than it is in the currency I originally searched in.
Why is this?
The price of your rental car may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
I’m trying to book a vacation package and the price is different in my chosen currency than it is in the currency I originally searched in.
Why is this?
The price of your vacation package may be different due to factors such as taxes fees and surcharges.
Will I be charged a fee for changing my currency on Kayak?
There is no fee for changing your currency on Kayak.
How often are currency rates updated on Kayak?
Currency rates are updated every 15 minutes on Kayak.
I’m seeing a different currency rate on Kayak than I am on other websites.
Why is this?
Currency rates can vary depending on the source.
Kayak gets its currency rates from Oanda a leading provider of currency data.
