Recently, Google VP of Search Engineering Rajan Patel announced new upgrades to AI Mode in Search that could make your travels much easier.
I'm big into optimizing my airline miles and using them at the right time, so I'm excited about today's launch, where we’re making that much easier in Search! You can now pull up the live cost in points or miles for flights and hotels directly in AI Mode.
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— Rajan Patel (@rajanpatel) August 27, 2026
Upgrades for AI Mode in Search
Flight price tracking
Google Flights’ popular price-tracking feature is now integrated directly into AI Mode, letting you set up price alerts as you chat without breaking your flow.
All you need to do is describe where and when you want to fly, and AI Mode will show you the best options available with the latest prices from more than 300 partner airlines and travel sites. If you are ready to book, you can build your full itinerary in AI Mode and buy your tickets through the airline’s website or your preferred booking platform.
You can also ask AI Mode to track flight prices for your desired destination and dates. Once you confirm, you will get an email if the price drops so that you can grab the deals.
Flight price tracking in AI Mode is now available in more than 180 countries and territories around the world.
View points or miles rates
Now, AI Mode in Search can show you the cost in points or miles for flights and hotels. You will see how many miles you need to book matching flights, based on the latest data directly from Google’s partners.
This works the same way for hotels. Just tell AI Mode where and when you are travelling and ask to see the cost in points for the rewards program you have in mind. When you are ready to book, you can follow the link to the partner site and complete your rewards redemption.
Viewing points and miles rates in AI Mode is now globally available. This capability is being launched with initial support for Alaska Airlines/ Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, Choice Hotels International, Hilton and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
In the coming weeks, support for Accor, Flying Blue, Hyatt, LATAM Airlines and Lufthansa Group will be added.
Hotel Booking
Simply tell AI Mode about your upcoming trip and your hotel preferences to get a visual list of options, complete with guest reviews and key factors to compare. Once you have found the right hotel, just ask AI Mode to help you complete the booking.
Then, select “Continue on Google” in the list of booking options, which includes hotel chains and online travel sites. From there, it’s just a few taps to pick your room type, review details like the cancellation policy, and complete the booking securely via Google Pay.
Also, when you book hotels through AI Mode, the hotel or booking platform will act as the merchant of record and handle any customer service.
Hotel Booking in AI Mode has started rolling out in the US in English and will be available over the coming weeks with the following partners: Booking.com, Choice Hotels International, Expedia, Hilton, Hotels.com, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Priceline, Trip.com and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
