Wonky airline sites..or is it me?

Everyone has a different level of skill using internet search; I never have had trouble using many airline websites in 20 years.
Try your local library for strong wifi: https://www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/BOS; they are all about access to info so there free wifi is always strong.
Starbucks has strong wifi also and you don't need to buy anything to use it.

One suggestion: A computer, rather than a mobile device (phone, tablet) is a far better tool for successfully completing complex tasks (at least that's true for me, I know some folks won't want to hear that...it takes a major challenge for my spouse to put down her beloved phone and fire up her more-capable desktop computer). Large screens, solid internet connection, ability to easily save, retrieve, and organize lots of information, ease of juggling many open browser windows and multiple apps, all that helps.

I like bringing my iPad Mini when traveling, and can manage most tasks on that when needed, but when it's time to get stuff done, no way I'd be on a phone or tablet (unless I had to be). Large screens really make complex tasks so much easier. If you don't have a computer handy, maybe go someplace (library, friend's house, workplace?) where you can use one.

That said, if you can be a little more specific in exactly what kind of issues you are struggling with, what you are finding difficult to do (give clear details on exactly what is happening or not happening, rather than just saying you're having trouble), people here can give you plenty of suggestions to get things done.

Have you tried using google flights to take you to the airline website under booking options? Then just check and make sure the results are what you expect (route and cost).

Well, hate to admit I've had trouble just changing from round trip to multi city! Little things like the calendars ,etc . I'm thinking maybe it IS my wifi and tablet and not me! Some sites do seem to be more user friendly. Thank you!

Most tax payer funded libraries bridge the digital divide by having desktop computers and personnel called cyber navigators like a tutor to help folks with the kind of issues you are having. A good internet connection is mandatory if spending thousands of dollars on stuff like plane tickets.

I too find it much easier to use my PC for some tasks than a tablet or phone. In part because of the screen size but also because some website features aren't available on mobile devices.

I normally use Delta's website and it has taken me awhile to learn it. Each airline designs theirs differently. I've also had a learning curve on Delta's app.

David, you make a very good point. One we should keep in mind more often !

Thanks! I do agree that there is a learning curve if you are jumping sites. I've always used my tablet for most airlines tx. purchases. United is the friendliest 😁 but have navigated British Air and Virgin Atlantic. I'm not a total nubie but was having more issues lately, especially with Delta and Lufthansa. Thanks for all the ideas!

I had trouble with the multi-cities at first. You need to go to ‘Advanced Search’ for that, and some airlines call it ‘multi-cities’, while others call it ‘open-jaw’. Does that help?

Yes, thank you all!👍👍

Chriss, I have had the same kind of trouble with certain airlines’ websites—I think Delta is one—when trying to change dates or switch from multi-city to roundtrip, etc. It is not a wifi problem for me; I know we have good strong wifi. But I am using an iPad so maybe that is the problem.

Fortunately I have no trouble navigating British Airways or Alaska Airlines, which are pretty much the only airlines I book for our travels. And I do that on my iPad, ut not with an app; I use the website.

David, I wholeheartedly agree - you will have to pry my laptop out of my cold dead fingers before I give it up. I love my phone and use it for a lot, but for dedicated work like purchasing plane tickets and anything that requires detail and concentration, I use my laptop.