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.Update: Unfortunately this deal no longer appears to be available. Congrats to anyone who booked!Travelers originating in NYC can currently find some fantastic fares to Europe on Star Alliance-partner TAP Portugal for travel dates starting in May. The airline has flights starting from $238 with great availability to a variety of European destinations, including Barcelona (BCN), Lisbon (LIS), Madrid (MAD), Porto (OPO) and more. If you’re traveling to Lisbon or Porto, you’ll even be able to find nonstop service, although travel to other cities will require a connection. Note that you may need to book directly on TAP’s site to find the deal if you don’t see availability on Google Flights.Airline: TAP PortugalRoutes: JFK to BCN, LIS, MAD and moreCost: $238-$343+ round-trip in economyDates: Spring 2016Booking Link: OrbitzPay With: American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige or Chase Sapphire Preferred CardSearch for your flight here:Here are a few examples of what you can book:Newark (EWR) to Barcelona (BCN) for $238 on TAP Portugal:Newark (EWR) to Barcelona (BCN) for $238 on TAP Portugal.Newark (EWR) to Madrid (MAD) for $269 on TAP Portugal: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.Newark (EWR) to Madrid (MAD) for $269 on TAP Portugal.Newark (EWR) to Lisbon (LIS) for $317 on TAP Portugal:Newark (EWR) to Lisbon (LIS) for $317 on TAP Portugal.Newark (EWR) to Porto (OPO) for $337 on TAP Portugal:Newark (EWR) to Porto (OPO) for $337 on TAP Portugal.Newark (EWR) to Milan (MXP) for $342 on TAP Portugal:Newark (EWR) to Milan (MXP) for $342 on TAP Portugal.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: Thrifty TravelerIf you’re able to score one of these tickets, please share the good news in the comments below!
