mirolex

Bestfares.com often has really good fares, incl. fees. Try Travelocity.com.

BMedley

Check new airline paths for across the ocean. Delta was good earlier this year on new schedules. Inside Europe the europeans who go home where I work say to always by inner Europe after you get there. Many low cost deals available once you get there. Check websites for European airlines. Good luck!

Suspaul

Two weeks ago I was able to get a R/T ticket for March from Houston to Paris on Air France non stop for 81,500 FF miles + .49. Actually there was a $35 booking fee + the .49 so it was $35.49. I'm ecstatic. Just had to share.

Suspaul

Also, we're going to Germany 12.3-12.15.08, flying in and out of Frankfurt on Lufthansa, our tickets were $624 each but we did buy them in September. I think Lufthansa is currently running some sort of special for afer the holidays so you may want to take a look at their website.

travelgourmet

<i>Inside Europe the europeans who go home where I work say to always by inner Europe after you get there.</i>

I see no reason to do this. Indeed, I would think advance purchase deals would trump any locational deals.

If you are just buying flights, you can get the same deals buying while in the US that you would get in Europe. The only way I think you would save money waiting would be if you booked a package deal while in Europe.

JudyRobe

Try www.vayama.com for international flights.

My son travels internationally all the time and uses it. It's often best to check there first; they'll list the cheapest airlines they find--often one will stand out from the pack--and then you can check that airline's site for the price listed, which will often be even cheaper there, since it won't be including the Vayama fee.

Good luck