Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.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.Looking for a great business-class deal to Asia? Travelers originating in Canadian cities, specifically Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ) and Vancouver (YVR), can find very cheap biz flights on Air Canada, Qatar and a few other airlines. Many of these deals also include nonstop service. The discounted tickets are available throughout 2016 all the way up until December (although exact availability will vary based on your origin and destination).Moreover, if you’re flying on Star Alliance-partner Air Canada, you’ll most likely be assigned to the “P” fare class for Executive Class (Air Canada’s business product), meaning you’ll earn 200% PQMs with United based on flight distance. If you’re not flying Air Canada, you may be able to earn miles for other US-based carriers depending on which airline you fly with.Airlines: Air Canada, Qatar and moreRoutes: YUL, YVR, YYZ and more to AsiaCost: $2,135-$2,571+ round-trip in businessDates: February 2016 through December 2016Elite Mileage Earning: At least 20,432 premier-qualifying milesFare Class: PBooking Link: OrbitzPay With: American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige or Chase Sapphire Preferred CardHere are a few examples of what you can book:Montreal (YUL) to Bangkok (BKK) for $3,037 CAD ($2,135 USD) on Qatar:Montreal (YUL) to Bangkok (BKK) for $2,135 USD on Qatar.Vancouver (YVR) to Shanghai (PVG) for $3,114 CAD ($2,188 USD) on Air Canada (earns 22,460 PQMs):Vancouver (YVR) to Shanghai (PVG) for $2,192 on Air Canada.Toronto (YYZ) to Beijing (PEK) for $3,472 CAD ($2,439 USD) on Air Canada (earns 26,312 PQMs):Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Toronto (YYZ) to Beijing (PEK) for $2,444 on Air Canada.Vancouver (YVR) to Seoul (ICN) for $3,661 CAD ($2,571 USD) on Air Canada (earns 20,432 PQMs):Vancouver (YVR) to Seoul (ICN) for $2,577 on Air Canada.Maximize Your PurchaseDon’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.H/T: FlyerTalkIf you’re able to score one of these tickets, please share the good news in the comments below!
