Looking for a last-minute escape to Europe before the New Year? OK, you’re lucky! Spain’s national airline Iberia will offer a 60% discount on reward flights from major U.S. cities to Madrid, meaning you can book a one-way economic seat for as low as 6,400 Avios plus applicable taxes and fees.
However, the deal ends on September 11, so if you want to travel to Europe in the fall, you must book quickly.
Read on to learn more about how to book this lightning deal for Madrid using Avios or your credit card rewards.
Iberian Club deal: Booking flights to Madrid only takes 6,400 Avios
Iberia Club will offer Madrid a 60% discount until December 4 for the basic economic fare. Please note that the basic economic fare only includes carry-on and personal items; a check bag can be purchased. In addition, the seat selection fee can also be charged.
Related: How to book flights from Iberia to Spain (and later) using Avios
airline: Iberia
route: Flying from various airports in the United States to Madrid:
- John Kennedy International Airport (JFK), O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS): 6,400 Avios
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Miami International Airport (MIA) and Fort Dallas Worth International Airport (DFW): 8,000 Avios
- Orlando International Airport (MCO): 12,500 Avios
price: Starting at 6,400 Avios at some airports, plus about $90 in taxes and fees.
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Travel date: October 1 to December 4
books: You must book this deal by September 11.
How to book: If you don’t have Avios in your Iberian account, you can also transfer points to Iberian Club from the following programs at a 1:1 ratio: American Express Membership Rewards, BILT Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards and Wells Fargo Rewards.
TPG Tips: Did you know that you can also transfer Avios between six shows at a 1:1 ratio – British Airways Club, Aer Lingus Aerclub, Qatar Airways Privileges Club, Iberian Club, Finnair Plus and Loganair loyalty – at a 1:1 ratio? So you can also transfer Capital 1 mile to the British Airways Club or Citi Thankyou Rewards index to Qatar Airways Privileges Club to get Avios to have these accounts and then transfer these Avios to Iberia Club to book the deal.
Editor’s Note: Iberia’s website is not always the most reliable or user-friendly. I was often hit by “error” messages when searching for this deal and had to continue refreshing my screen before seeing the fare. So before transferring any of your rewards, search for flights and take reward availability screenshots in case you need extra help and you must call to book this deal.
Related: Credit Card Transfer Partners: Transfer Points and Miles Guide to Airlines and Hotels
Bottom line
This is a big deal for Europe, especially for those who like the key points of budget and mileage. Booking less than 13,000 round trips to Europe is almost unheard of, as most airline loyalty programs will only charge twice for one-way flights. Additionally, some even have high cash surcharges attached to reward tickets.
Even if Madrid is not on your bucket list, you can use this deal as a positioning flight to cross the pond at a discounted price. You can then choose to fly from Madrid to another destination with cash or points and miles – Hello, German Christmas market, most likely with a more budget-friendly price.
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