We’re seeing more and more deals to Europe coming up for air. This latest one offers premium economy seats to Paris, a city always near the top of any overseas destination wish list. Scoring a seat with more room and better amenities and getting free checked luggage makes long-haul flights much more pleasant.
This sale includes discounted premium economy seats on Air France flights departing from several major U.S. cities. Departure spots include New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago and even San Francisco. Who doesn’t want extra legroom on the 11-hour flight from the Bay Area to France?
The primary travel window for this deal is from October through February 2025 on most routes. Some routes have discounted premium economy seats in April and May of this year. With Air France, you get two free checked bags along with a carry-on with its premium economy tier.
Related: Paris Pocket Guide: What to see, do and eat in the City of Light
Deal basics
Airline: Air France
Routes: Nonstop flights from Chicago, Dallas, Miami, New York and other U.S. cities to Paris
How to book: Browse Google Flights, then book directly with the airline
Travel dates: Most availability is from October 2024 through February 2025; some routes have discounted fares April-May 2024.
Sample flights
In this fare sale to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), departure cities include:
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- Chicago: O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Dallas: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Miami: Miami International Airport (MIA)
- New York City: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- San Francisco: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Washington, D.C.: Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book round-trip premium economy seats with Air France on nonstop flights from ORD to CDG in the fall for just $1,200.
We found the same discounted price on this route in January.
January is also the best time to book this deal if you live in Dallas. You book round-trip premium economy seats on flights in January out of DFW to Paris for $1,340.
We saw lots of availability for flights from Miami to France in this deal, with the best prices available in December and January. This round-trip nonstop itinerary from Miami to Paris is $1,260 for premium economy.
If you’re looking for the best prices on flights out of San Francisco, booking a vacation in January or February of next year is your best bet. We saw good availability for round-trip nonstop flights from SFO to Paris at the start of the year for $1,390.
If you live in the Washington, D.C., area, and your schedule allows you the flexibility to book an overseas trip with a few weeks’ notice, you can find good prices in late April and early May.
This Air France flight for a premium economy fare from IAD to CDG is available for $1,390. You can also find the same price for premium economy seats on this route in November and December.
Related: The best hotels in Paris
Maximize your purchase
When you book this deal or any flights, be sure to use a credit card that earns bonus points on airfare purchases, such as:
Bottom line
There is no bad time to visit Paris, but the travel window for this deal is primarily when it’s winter in France. So make sure to pack appropriately and keep the colder temperatures in mind as you plan your activities.
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