How to Use Google’s Gemini AI to Find Cheap Flights in Seconds

Looking for cheap flights but tired of running the same search over and over? Google’s Gemini AI has your back.

With a new feature called Gems, you can automate flight searches with personalized prompts—saving time and money with just a few clicks. Whether you travel often or just want to plan a vacation on a budget, this guide will walk you through how to create your own flight-finding assistant in minutes.

🔍 What Are “Gems”; in Gemini?

Gems are like custom shortcuts for Gemini—Google’s AI assistant. They let you create reusable, personalized prompts so you don’t have to keep typing the same thing every time.

Think of them as your mini digital assistants. You can set one up to act like a travel agent who’s always looking for the cheapest, fastest, and most direct flights using Google Flights. And the best part? It now works for everyone—for free.

🛠️ How to Use Gemini to Find Cheap Flights — Step-by-Step

✅ Step 1: Go to the Gemini Website or App

You can access Gemini on:

• gemini.google.com
• The Gemini app (available on Android and iOS)

Make sure you're signed into your Google account.

✅ Step 2: Open the Gem Manager

Once inside Gemini:

1. Click the “Gems” icon or go to the Gem Manager section.
2. This is where you can view, create, and edit your custom Gems.

✅ Step 3: Create a New Gem

1. Click “+ Create new Gem”;
2. Give your Gem a clear name like:
   ➤ “Find Cheap Direct Flights”;

✅ Step 4: Add a Custom Prompt

Here’s a prompt you can use or modify:

“Act like a professional travel agent. Search for the cheapest direct flights using Google Flights from Málaga or Madrid to any popular destination. Focus on low-cost, direct routes and quick search results. Return a list of the best options.”;

This instructs Gemini to prioritize what matters most to you—saving money and skipping layovers.

✅ Step 5: Save Your Gem

Once your prompt is ready:

• Click Save
• Your Gem is now ready to use anytime from your Gemini dashboard.

✅ Step 6: Use It Anytime, Anywhere

Whenever you want to find flights:

1. Open Gemini
2. Click on your “Find Cheap Direct Flights” Gem
3. Let Gemini do the work—it will instantly return the most relevant, affordable options via Google Flights.

💡 Bonus Tips

• You can create multiple Gems for different cities or travel styles (e.g., luxury trips, weekend getaways, etc.)
• Edit your Gem anytime to change your preferences or destinations.
• Although image generation and Gemini Live aren’t supported yet, this feature already saves a ton of time.

🧳 Final Thoughts

Google’s Gemini AI is more than just a chatbot—it’s your new travel buddy. With Gems, you can stop repeating yourself and start traveling smarter.

Whether you're a frequent flyer or a once-a-year vacationer, using Gemini to automate flight searches will change the way you plan trips.

Ready to take off? 🚀

Want help crafting your perfect travel prompt? Drop a message, and I’ll help you fine-tune it!