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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 or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. However, if you’re using the American Express Platinum Card, you’ll need to book directly with the airline or through Amex Travel portal to get 5x MR points. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz or Expedia’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to get the time away from work or family.
Tel Aviv is typically an expensive destination to travel to whether you’re using miles or paying in cash. However, several airlines are offering discounted fares to the beachfront city starting at just $480 round-trip. Fares are available on select dates from February through March 2017 from New York (JFK), Washington, D.C. (IAD), Miami (MIA) and Los Angeles (LAX). Both Tel Aviv and Jerusalem (a short drive from the airport) are worth visiting during the winter months, with mild temperatures and fewer tourists.
Airline(s): Air Canada, Azerbaijan Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Route(s): JFK, DCA, LAX, MIA to TLV
Cost: From $480 round-trip in economy
Dates: February through March 2017
Booking Link: Orbitz
Pay With: The Platinum Card from American Express (5x on airfare),Chase Sapphire Reserve, Premier Rewards Gold from American Express, Citi Prestige (3x on airfare) or Chase Sapphire Preferred (2x on travel)
Here’s an example of what you can book:
New York (JFK) – Tel Aviv (TLV) for $480 round-trip on Azerbaijan Airlines:
Washington D.C. (IAD) – Tel Aviv (TLV) for $619 round-trip on Turkish Airlines:
Miami (MIA) – Tel Aviv (TLV) for $665 round-trip on Air Canada:
Los Angeles (LAX) – Tel Aviv (TLV) for $665 round-trip on Air Canada:
Maximize Your Purchase
Don’t forget to use a credit card that earns additional points on airfare purchases, such as the American Express Platinum Card (5x on flights booked directly with airlines or American Express Travel), Chase Sapphire Reserve, 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.
Source: thepointsguy.com