Bring Flight Search
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Skyscanner to VS Code Copilot and start using all 6 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
GDPR Free for SubscribersCompatible with every major AI agent and IDE
Gemini
What is the Skyscanner MCP Server?
Connect to Skyscanner and explore flight prices worldwide through natural conversation — no API key needed.
What you can do
- Flight Search — Search indicative flight prices between any two airports
- Browse Dates — Find cheapest days to fly around your preferred date
- Browse Grid — Compare prices across multiple date combinations
- Direct Flights — Find non-stop flight options only
- Place Search — Autosuggest airports and cities by name
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- No API key needed — start searching immediately
- Explore flight prices from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Travelers — compare flight prices, find cheapest travel dates and plan trips
- Travel Agents — access flight pricing data for client recommendations
- Flexible Travelers — find cheapest days to fly with date browsing
Built-in capabilities (6)
Useful for finding the correct place IDs to use in flight searches. Returns place names, IATA codes and types. Search for places (airports, cities) by name
Useful for finding the cheapest days to fly. Returns prices for multiple dates at once. Browse flight prices by date
Useful for flexible date searches. Returns prices for multiple origin-destination date pairs. Browse flight prices in a date grid
Useful for discovering available place IDs. Get a list of all supported places
Useful for travelers who prefer no layovers. Search for direct flights only
Useful for exploring flight options and comparing prices. Use originPlaceId and destinationPlaceId as IATA codes (e.g. "NYCA" for New York, "LOND" for London) or place IDs. Returns cheapest quotes with carrier info. Search for flight quotes (indicative prices)
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings Skyscanner data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 6 tools. Copilot queries live data, generates typed code, and writes tests from actual API responses, all without leaving the editor.
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VS Code is used by over 70% of developers. adding MCP tools to Copilot means your team can leverage external data without leaving their primary editor
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Project-scoped MCP configs (
.vscode/mcp.json) let you commit server configurations to your repository, ensuring the entire team shares the same tool access - —
Copilot's Agent mode integrates MCP tools seamlessly with file editing, terminal commands, and workspace search in a single agentic loop
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GitHub's enterprise compliance and audit features extend to MCP tool usage, providing visibility into how AI interacts with external services
Skyscanner in VS Code Copilot
Why run Skyscanner with Vinkius?
The Skyscanner connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 6 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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Connect securely in under 30 seconds
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Complete visibility into every agent action
Audit live requests, latency, success rates, and active security compliance policies.
Optimize spending and track token ROI
Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.
Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect Skyscanner using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Skyscanner and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Skyscanner to VS Code Copilot through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
Skyscanner for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and Skyscanner is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an API key?
No! Skyscanner's Travel API is free with a public key. No registration needed for basic access.
How do I find airport codes?
Use autosuggest_places to search for airports and cities by name. It returns IATA codes and place IDs you can use in flight searches.
Are these real-time prices?
Prices are indicative and cached. They're useful for exploring price ranges and comparing dates, but may differ slightly from live booking prices.
Which VS Code version supports MCP?
MCP support requires VS Code 1.99 or later with the GitHub Copilot extension. Ensure both are updated to the latest version. Older versions of Copilot may not expose the Agent mode toggle.
How do I switch to Agent mode?
Open the Copilot Chat panel and look for two mode options: "Ask" and "Agent". Click "Agent" to enable autonomous tool calling. In Ask mode, Copilot provides conversational answers but cannot invoke MCP tools.
Can I restrict which MCP tools Copilot can access?
Yes. VS Code shows a tool consent dialog before any MCP tool is invoked for the first time. You can also configure tool access policies at the organization level through GitHub Copilot settings.
Does MCP work in VS Code Remote or Codespaces?
Yes. MCP servers configured via .vscode/mcp.json work in Remote SSH, WSL, and GitHub Codespaces environments. The MCP connection is established from the remote host, so ensure the server URL is accessible from that environment.
MCP tools not available
Ensure you are in Agent mode in Copilot Chat. MCP tools only appear in Agent mode.
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