Summary

How to Find the Best Award Flight Deals Using Chase Points (Real Examples!)
In this deep-dive walkthrough, we show you exactly how to find award flights using Chase Ultimate Rewards® points—with real-time searches, live examples, and smart strategies to get the best value.

You’ll follow two full examples:
✈️ New York to Paris in January
✈️ New York to Amsterdam in April

Along the way, you'll learn:

• How to set up your search with key details like travel dates, class preferences, and flexibility
• Why knowing your transfer partners is essential before you start
• How to use tools like Pro to speed up your search and compare multiple programs side-by-side
• How to evaluate deals based on cents per point (CPP)
• The surprising airlines that might offer redemptions to unexpected destinations (hello, Singapore Airlines to Paris!)
• Why taxes, fees, and point transfer rounding rules matter when booking
• When it might make more sense to use cash instead of points

We also walk you through how to track and compare your findings, calculate your point value, and weigh the trade-offs between economy and business class options—even when flying roundtrip!

Spoiler alert: Sometimes the best deal isn’t the one you expected. This is why running thorough research across all your eligible partners pays off big time.

Whether you’re aiming to save money, maximize point value, or fly in style, this guide gives you everything you need to start booking smarter.

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