google-flights（Google flights 搜索）

Google Flights Skill

Overview

Enables Claude to search and compare flights, track price changes, explore destination options, and leverage Google's powerful flight search tools for optimal travel planning.

Quick Install

curl -sSL https://canifi.com/skills/google-flights/install.sh | bash

Or manually:

cp -r skills/google-flights ~/.canifi/skills/

Setup

Configure via canifi-env:

# First, ensure canifi-env is installed:
# curl -sSL https://canifi.com/install.sh | bash

canifi-env set GOOGLE_EMAIL " [email protected] "

Privacy & Authentication

Your credentials, your choice. Canifi LifeOS respects your privacy.

Option 1: Manual Browser Login (Recommended)

If you prefer not to share credentials with Claude Code:

1. Complete the Browser Automation Setup using CDP mode
2. Login to the service manually in the Playwright-controlled Chrome window
3. Claude will use your authenticated session without ever seeing your password

Option 2: Environment Variables

If you're comfortable sharing credentials, you can store them locally:

canifi-env set SERVICE_EMAIL "your-email"
canifi-env set SERVICE_PASSWORD "your-password"

Note: Credentials stored in canifi-env are only accessible locally on your machine and are never transmitted.

Capabilities

• Search flights with flexible date options
• Track prices and receive drop notifications
• Explore destinations by budget and interests
• View price graphs and best times to fly
• Filter by airline alliances, stops, and times
• Check carbon emissions for flight comparison

Usage Examples

Example 1: Search Flights with Date Flexibility

User: "Find flights from NYC to Tokyo, cheapest time in April"
Claude: I'll search Google Flights for the best April dates.
- Opens Google Flights via Playwright MCP
- Enters JFK/EWR/LGA to NRT/HND
- Selects April date grid view
- Shows price calendar:
  - Cheapest: Apr 8-22, $687 on ANA
  - Average price: $890
  - Peak: Apr 1-7 (cherry blossom), $1,200+
- Recommends: Book Apr 8 departure, returns still cheap

Example 2: Track Flight Price

User: "Track prices for SFO to Barcelona in June"
Claude: I'll set up price tracking for that route.
- Opens Google Flights
- Searches SFO to BCN, June dates
- Enables price tracking toggle
- Confirms: Tracking enabled
- Current price: $845 roundtrip
- Typical price range: $750-$1,100
- Notifications will go to your Google account

Example 3: Explore by Budget

User: "Where can I fly from Denver for a weekend trip under $400?"
Claude: I'll explore weekend destinations from Denver.
- Uses Google Flights Explore
- Sets origin: Denver
- Filters: Weekend trips, under $400
- Maps shows options:
  - Las Vegas: $98 roundtrip
  - Phoenix: $147 roundtrip
  - San Diego: $198 roundtrip
  - Nashville: $287 roundtrip
- Can filter by interests: beaches, cities, outdoors

Authentication Flow

1. Navigate to google.com/flights via Playwright MCP
2. Sign in with Google account (uses shared Google auth)
3. Credentials: [email protected] from canifi-env
4. Handle 2FA via authenticator or iMessage
5. Price tracking syncs to Google account
6. Session maintained across Google services

Error Handling

• Login Failed: Retry Google OAuth, check 2FA
• Search Failed: Simplify query, reduce filters
• No Results: Expand airports, check date range
• Session Expired: Re-authenticate via Google
• Rate Limited: Wait 60 seconds, retry
• 2FA Required: Handle via iMessage or authenticator

Self-Improvement Instructions

After each interaction:

• Log price tracking accuracy
• Note seasonal patterns discovered
• Track alliance and route coverage
• Document feature updates

Suggest updates when:

• Google Flights adds new features
• Explore function expands
• Price tracking changes
• UI elements update

Notes

• Google Flights shows carbon emissions per flight
• Tracked prices send notifications via Google
• Some budget airlines may not appear (Spirit, Frontier limited)
• Price insights show if current price is low/high/typical
• Baggage fees shown separately for accurate comparison
• Multi-city trips supported for complex itineraries