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The best credit card for flights to Paris.

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Why this card

American Express Platinum for flights to Paris.

Air France via Flying Blue runs Promo Rewards every month that drop business class to Paris by 25 to 50 percent from US gateways. Membership Rewards transfers in instantly.

Annual fee

$695

Best earn rate

5 points per dollar on flights booked direct or via Amex Travel, plus transfer to Flying Blue

Signup bonus

80,000 points after $8,000 spend in 6 months

Membership Rewards transfers 1 to 1 to Air France/KLM Flying Blue, which runs Promo Rewards every single month. A typical Promo Rewards drops New York to Paris business class to around 50,000 points one-way, where the cash fare is $3,500 to $5,000. The Platinum also gets you Centurion Lounge access in your departure city and Priority Pass for the Air France lounge at CDG. The 5x on flights is the cleanest path to building the Flying Blue balance fast.

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If the top pick is not right

Alternative: Chase Sapphire Preferred.

Chase does not transfer to Air France, but it does transfer to Air Canada Aeroplan, which prices a one-way to Paris in business at around 70,000 points. Cheaper card, worse price per ticket.

ChaseAnnual fee $95

At a glance

Side by side.

SpecAmerican Express PlatinumChase Sapphire Preferred
Annual fee$695$95
Best earn rate5 points per dollar on flights booked direct or via Amex Travel, plus transfer to Flying BlueSee alternative section above
Signup bonus80,000 points after $8,000 spend in 6 monthsVaries by month

Local tip

What to know before you book.

Flying Blue Promo Rewards refresh on the first business day of each month. Check the Promo page that morning if you want the cheapest seats. Departures from Boston, Atlanta, Washington, and Houston frequently show better Promo discounts than New York or Los Angeles.

Questions

Frequently asked.

What is the best credit card for flights to Paris?

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American Express Platinum from American Express. Membership Rewards transfers 1 to 1 to Air France/KLM Flying Blue, which runs Promo Rewards every single month. Annual fee is $695.

What is the cheapest way to fly to Paris on points?

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Membership Rewards transfers 1 to 1 to Air France/KLM Flying Blue, which runs Promo Rewards every single month. The American Express Platinum is the most efficient earner because of the relevant transfer partner.

Is the Chase Sapphire Preferred a better choice for flights to Paris?

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Chase does not transfer to Air France, but it does transfer to Air Canada Aeroplan, which prices a one-way to Paris in business at around 70,000 points. Cheaper card, worse price per ticket. Annual fee is $95.