Deal alert: Getaway to Paris from US cities starting at $472
Museums, fashion and famous landmarks all make Paris one of Europe's most popular destinations. You can go to the capital of France for under $500 round-trip from major U.S. cities on airlines including American, Delta, United and some of their partners.
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The deal was reported by Scott’s Cheap Flights, which offers a premium membership starting at $49 a year for alerts on discounted fares. These rates are available for travel from February through April and during the month of November, depending on the route.
Deal basics
Airlines: American, Air France, Delta, Lufthansa and United
Routes: ATL/EWR/JFK/LAX/ORD/SEA and others to CDG
How to book: Directly through the airlines or through Google Flights
Travel dates: February — April and November 2022
Related: 15 things to see and do on your first trip to Paris
Sample flights:
The deals below are for nonstop flights with basic economy seating, which includes a standard seat and carry-on. A checked bag will cost a fee.
One of the cheapest cities to fly from with this deal is Chicago (ORD). We found a flight for $472 round-trip in mid-March on Lufthansa, a United partner.
You can fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Paris for $496 round-trip from the end of February to the beginning of March. The flight is nonstop on Air France, a partner of Delta.
Another West Coast departure option is Seattle (SEA) to Paris (CDG) for $496 round-trip on Delta from the end of February to the beginning of March. Flights at this price are widely available in February and March.
Travelers can also fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Paris (CDG) on Delta for $496 from the end of March to the beginning of April.
From the East Coast, travelers can fly nonstop on Delta, its partner Air France or American Airlines from New York (JFK) to Paris (CDG) for $497 throughout March and April. There is also an option from Newark (EWR) to Paris (CDG) on United at the same price.
Related: 11 things I learned during my trip to Paris
Maximize your purchase
Pay with: The Platinum Card® from American Express for 5 points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel (on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year), the Citi Prestige® Card for 5 points per dollar on airfare, the Citi Premier® Card or Chase Sapphire Reserve for 3 points per dollar on air travel, the American Express® Gold Card for 3 points per dollar on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through Amex Travel, or the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card for 2 points per dollar on travel.
The information for the Citi Prestige Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Related: Paris on points is possible — here’s where to stay
Bottom line
Paris is welcoming vaccinated travelers who are boosted. Be sure to stay updated on entry rules and travel requirements for France. Jump on this deal to enjoy all Paris has to offer. You’ll be devouring macarons and tea from Laduree in no time.
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| 6X | 6x points at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy® program. |
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| 2X | 2x points on all other eligible purchases. |
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Why We Chose It
The Marriott Bonvoy Business Amex is a stacked card with a rewards rate that will help you earn bonus points on everyday and business-related purchases. You'll earn 15 elite night credits each calendar year, and receive automatic Gold elite status. Finally, the free night award certificate with a redemption level of 35,000 points or less can get you hundreds of dollars in potential value each year.Pros
- 6x points on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program
- 4x points at restaurants worldwide, U.S. gas stations, wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and U.S. shipping
- 2x points on all other eligible purchases
- Earn a free-night award each card renewal month (up to 35,000 points)
- Receive 15 elite night credits to jump-start status
- Transfer Marriott points to 40+ airlines
Cons
- Airline points transfer ratios are poor
- Must spend $60,000 in a year for second free-night award
- Limited Time Offer: Earn 100,000 Bonus Marriott Bonvoy Points after spending $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months of Card Membership. Offer expires 11/2/22.
- 6x points at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy® program.
- 4x points for purchases made at restaurants worldwide, at U.S. gas stations, on wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and on U.S. purchases for shipping.
- 2x points on all other eligible purchases.
- Receive a 7% discount off standard rates for reservations of standard guest rooms at hotels that participate in the Marriott Bonvoy program when you book directly. Terms and Conditions Apply.
- Receive 1 Free Night Award every year after your Card renewal month. Plus, earn an additional Free Night Award after you spend $60K in purchases on your Card in a calendar year. Awards can be used for one night (redemption level at or under 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy® points) at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy®. Certain hotels have resort fees.
- Enjoy Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status with your Card.
- Terms apply.
- See Rates & Fees