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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 the 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.
This week, we’ve seen tons of $400-range fares to Europe, but there are deals to Asia to be had as well. United and EVA Air are offering fares from several US cities to Hong Kong (HKG) from just $556 round-trip. These trips involve a stop in each direction, but it’s a small price to pay for such a good deal to one of Asia’s more expensive cities to fly to. Fares are valid for departures from the end of November through mid-December 2016. These will likely go quick, so act fast if you want to take a trip to Asia this holiday season!
Airline: United and EVA Air
Route: US — Hong Kong
Cost: $556+ round-trip
Dates: end of November – mid December 2016
Booking Link: Orbitz or Expedia
Pay With: American Express Platinum Card (5x on airfare),Chase Sapphire Reserve, American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige (3x on airfare) or Chase Sapphire Preferred (2x on travel)
Here are a few examples of what you can book:
Dallas (DFW) to Hong Kong (HKG) for $556 round-trip:
Philadelphia (PHL) to Hong Kong (HKG) for $556 round-trip:
Phoenix (PHX) to Hong Kong (HKG) for $556 round-trip:
New York (JFK) to Hong Kong (HKG) for $585 round-trip on EVA Air:
Miami (MIA) to Hong Kong (HKG) for $606 round-trip:
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