Google Introduces Flight Tracking and Reward Pricing to AI Mode in Search

Google has integrated the price tracking feature from Google Flights directly into AI Mode. [1]

Users can describe their desired travel details, and AI Mode will display options with current prices from over 300 travel sites and partner airlines. [1] By asking the system to track prices, users will receive email alerts if the fares change for their specified dates and destinations. [1] This flight price tracking capability is currently available in more than 180 countries and territories. [1]

Travelers ready to purchase can construct their complete itinerary within AI Mode before booking through their preferred platform or the airline's website. [1]

The updated AI Mode in Search can also display the cost of flights and hotels in points or miles. [1] Users can prompt the system with specific reward programs, such as asking to use AA miles for a flight. [1]

This update essentially embeds the core functionality of Google Flights directly into conversational search interfaces. By allowing users to track prices and view rewards point balances without leaving the chat, Google is reducing the friction typically associated with multi-tab travel planning. What the sources don't address: Whether this AI integration will eventually support direct, in-chat purchasing rather than handing the user off to external airline and booking websites.