Points Path is a browser plug-in which automatically integrates with Google Flights. When you run a Google Flights search, Points Path automatically inserts point prices into the results next to cash rates and shows you whether it thinks you’d be better off paying with points or cash.
I like this tool because I never have to think about it! I use Google Flights all the time and, thanks to Points Path, every now and then I find a great award price regardless of whether I had even planned to look at award prices. The biggest downside to the tool is that some key foreign programs aren’t yet supported. So, I wouldn’t recommend this as your only award search tool (especially for international travel), but it’s excellent for beginners, and its a great option for anyone who regularly uses Google Flights.
Overview:
- Points Path is a browser extension that inserts award search results into Google Flight searches. Point prices show up next to cash prices along with a Points Path indicator telling you which is the better deal.
- Supported browsers: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge.
- Supported airline programs:
- Free Version: AA, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue, United
- Pro Version: AA, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue, United, Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Qantas
- Pro Features:
- Price tracking alerts
- 7-day points calendar
- Delta Amex 15% mileage pricing (i.e. if you tell it that you have a qualifying Delta credit card, Points Path will automatically show Delta point prices after the 15% discount)
- User-adjustable points valuations
- Lufthansa First Class dashboard
- Pro Price:
- $79.99 per year; or
- $7.99 per month
- Link sign up for Points Path Pro: pointspath.com/fmoffer
- Get 3 months for the price of 2 with code “FM3“
- Disclosure: Frequent Miler will earn a commission if you sign up for Points Path Pro through the above link
The Points Path connection to Frequent Miler
Long time readers may remember a Frequent Miler series called “Bet you didn’t know” written by “Devil’s Advocate” AKA Julian Kheel. Julian was an awesome part-time contributor to Frequent Miler (and I miss that series!). But, when he was ready to go full time, he moved on to The Points Guy, then to CNN Underscored. And now, he’s on his own with his Points Path business. We wish him the best of luck!
Here are some links if you’re interested in diving into the “Bet you didn’t know” history:
- Introduction post: Devil’s Advocate stolen and unmasked
- Bet you didn’t know series
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