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Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to travel. Additionally, keep in mind that discounted partner fares may not earn miles with US-based carriers.
Airlines: Many
Routes: US cities to Europe
Cost: $524+ round-trip in economy
Dates: September 2016 – March 2017
Booking Link: Orbitz
Pay With: American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige or Chase Sapphire Preferred
Here are some examples of what you can book:
San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) for $524 round-trip on Air Canada in November (earns 50% elite-qualifying miles on United):
New York (JFK) to Rome (FCO) for $627 round-trip on Delta in December (earns 8,554 MQMs):
Chicago (ORD) to Paris (CDG) for $687 round-trip on United in November (earns 8,306 PQMs):
Los Angeles (LAX) to Madrid (MAD) for $688 round-trip on Iberia in October:
Maximize Your Purchase
Don’t forget to use a credit card that earns additional points on airfare purchases, such as the American Express Premier Rewards Gold or Citi Prestige (3x on airfare) or the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (2x on all travel purchases). Check out this post for more on maximizing airfare purchases.
If you’re able to score one of these tickets, please share the good news in the comments below!
Source: thepointsguy.com