India, April 26 -- Whether you are a frequent traveller or not, knowing a few smart travel hacks can help you save a lot of money on your trips. A single, consistent financial habit can quietly unlock one of travel's biggest perks: free flights. By being intentional with how you spend and manage your payments, everyday transactions can evolve into powerful travel rewards over time. Karthik Venkataraman, CRPO, tech company Vernost, shares a few simple habits that can help you earn free flights and save significantly on travel. Karthik highlighted that the easiest and most powerful way to boost your points is to use a single card that offers high rewards on all your regular spending, including groceries, utilities, subscriptions and meals. By using the same card consistently, you quickly accumulate points without altering your current habits. Set up auto-pay for your rent or mortgage, streaming subscriptions, and phone bills. This ensures you never miss a payment and continue building your rewards balance effortlessly over time. Many cards offer bonus points on specific categories such as travel, dining, fuel or bills. Being aware of these multipliers allows you to make small adjustments to your spending and maximise rewards. "It's crucial to make multiple on-time payments each month on your credit card to avoid interest charges and maintain good standing with lenders," says Karthik. A consistent payment history not only protects your finances but also ensures your rewards strategy remains effective. "When useful, transfer points from hotel partners to airline partners instead of redeeming them for low-value rewards," advises Karthik. These transfers often provide better value, helping you secure flights for free or at a significant discount. The true benefit of these habits lies in compounding. Monthly expenses gradually build into meaningful rewards. With patience and discipline, you could earn at least one free flight each year without increasing your spending....