Sign up for these airline newsletters to find cheap flights to Europe

Craig Nelson — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:20:51 +0000

Are you planning a trip to Europe? Finding a flight that won’t break the bank is one of the biggest challenges facing budget travelers. While airfare to Europe from the US might not be cheap, there are actually more deals than ever if you know where to look.

There are a number of websites that will flag interesting flight sales for you (including our flights blog!), but sometimes going straight to the source is the most effective way to score a great round-trip fare, especially when airlines announce flash sales. After all, being the first to book is almost always the key to scoring flash sale fares.

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Below, we’ve listed 15 airlines that fly from the US to Europe, with links to their newsletters. Signing up for all of them might be a little overwhelming (although it’s not too much for serious budget travelers to handle!). We’d recommend at least signing up for some of the airlines that serve the destinations you routinely visit.

Good luck scoring some cheapo flights!

Airline newsletter signup pages

Here are the top airline newsletters serving Europe from the United States.

Aer Lingus

Best for: Flying to Ireland and Britain

Sometimes “the luck of the Irish” can help you score a good deal. If you love traveling to Ireland or Britain, Aer Lingus should be near the top of your list when looking for deals. You can choose your departure airport when you sign up to customize the deals you receive.

Air France

Best for: Flying to Paris, Air France frequent flyers

Although it seems harder to find a great deal on Air France these days than it used to, it’s still worth subscribing to keep on top of their deals. They occasionally offer cheapo-friendly fares and often blast out frequent flyer specials (even as low as 12,500 miles one-way from the US to Paris).

Alitalia

Best for: Flying to Italy

Is your idea of the perfect vacation include sipping an espresso in Rome or drifting along the canals of Venice? Learn about the latest services and promotions when you sign up for the Alitalia newsletter.

American

Best for: AAdvantage members

In order to hear about American’s deals to Europe, you must signup for their AAdvantage program, which is free to join.

British Airways

Best for: Flying to London

Are you looking for deals to London and the UK? You should sign up for British Airways’ Executive Club to help save a few pounds on your next visit. If the name sounds too fancy, don’t fret. Anyone can register, and they’ll send frequent deals even to Cheapos like us!

Delta

Best for: Europe-wide discounts, SkyMiles members

Sign up for their SkyMiles frequent flyer program to learn about their latest Europe-wide deals by email. Along with keeping track of your miles and Delta flights, you can also be the first to learn about vacation specials and promotions.

Emirates

Best for: European flash sales and top-rated service

For one of the world’s highest-rated airlines, Emirates offers a surprising number of flash sales throughout the year. Remember that an Emirates flight, even in economy, includes fancy perks, like four-course meals (with wine), free Wi-Fi, and over 2,500 channels on the in-flight entertainment system.

Iberia

Best for: Flights to Spain

Be the first to know about flight deals to Madrid and beyond when you sign up for deals from Iberia.

Sign up for the Iberia newsletter.

Icelandair

Best for: Stop-over visits to Iceland

Well known for their fabulous stop-over policy that allows you to visit Reykjavik for no additional cost on your way to major European hubs, Icelandair often offers enticing deals and last-minute ticket sales. Be the first to find out about these deals when you sign up for the Saga Club.

KLM

Best for: Flights to Amsterdam, connections throughout Europe

Be among the first to know about special offers from this airline based out of the Netherlands. With Amsterdam as their hub, you can find some excellent prices for connecting flights across Europe.

Lufthansa

Best for: Flights to Germany

This German airline flies all over Europe, and they announce major sales to top destinations 4-5 times a year. Sign up to receive their general newsletter or their country-specific newsletters.

Norwegian

Best for: Low-cost budget flights (with minimal perks) to Europe

Norwegian has rolled out several cheap flights since it launched their trans-Atlantic service in 2013. In recent years, they’ve featured $175 flights to Paris on their newsletter, as well as other deals to Stockholm, London, and beyond.

Tap Portugal

Best for: Flights to Portugal

Fancy a holiday in beautiful Lisbon or Porto? Subscribe to TAP’s newsletter to stay informed about deals, including direct flights to Portugal from the US.

United Airlines

Best for: Mileage Plus members

Like American and Delta, you must join United’s frequent flyer program (Mileage Plus) in order to hear about flight sales. Anyone can join for free.

Join Mileage Plus.

Virgin Atlantic

Best for: Flights to London

Based in London and Manchester, this British airline is well-known for its famous founder Richard Branson and cheeky service. Join the Flying Club to receive exclusive offers and last-minute promotions.

Other airlines?

Do you have any favorite airline email deals that we missed? Let us know in the comments section below.

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5 simple tips for finding the lowest airfare to Europe

David Chait — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 12:55:47 +0000

Nothing is more rewarding than a vacation, and nowhere offers more fun, history and culture than Europe. From the beautiful waters of the Greek Isles to the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps and bustling markets in Spain, Europe is the ultimate escape.

Unfortunately, depending on where you’re coming from, a flight to Europe can be cost prohibitive for many travelers. Fear not! Unlock savings and explore these five simple tips to find your lowest airfare to Europe.

1. Buy your ticket in advance (but not too far)

It is intuitive that airline tickets are cheaper far in advance—when you as a consumer have flexibility—and increase steadily the closer you get to the date of the flight. This is true, but only partially.

According to an ARC Study, ticket prices tend to dip to their lowest levels six weeks in advance of a flight. Those who book their tickets at that time save an average of 6%. So be sure to plan your trip in advance… somewhat.

2. Fly mid-week to mid-week

Most people tend to think of a vacation in terms of a typical workweek. For example, flying on a Friday night and coming the back following weekend. Break this cycle or break the bank!

According to a FareCompare study, flying midweek—on a Tuesday or Wednesday—can save you up to 35% because of lower demand.

3. Book on a Tuesday afternoon

People tend to search for airline tickets when they have free time, which is most often in the evenings after school and work or on the weekends. As expected, ticket prices subsequently tend to rise at these times, especially over the weekend.

In fact, according to FareCompare, the cheapest time to buy a ticket is Tuesday afternoon when most airlines release their deals.

4. Travel from hub to hub for cheaper rates

Another great way to unlock savings on your next trip to Europe is to know your airlines and hubs, recognizing that hub to hub travel is often associated with steep discounts.

For example, if you’re planning a trip from New York to Vienna, you could book a direct flight. However, one way to save money would be to book direct to an airline’s hub—like flying from New York to Lufthansa’s hub in Munich—and then buying a regional ticket on a budget airline to Vienna.

5. Think about ALL of your travel costs

Although not technically airfare, to really unlock travel savings to Europe, think beyond just a flight to all of your travel. Many travelers, for instance, forget to research ground transportation when they land and end up spending large sums on cabs and other travel versus inexpensive and available bus and metro systems.

About the Author

David D. Chait is a travel enthusiast and Co-Founder of Travefy, a free group travel planning app.

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