Point.me is a paid tool that has revolutionized how I search for award flights. Since it launched in February 2022, it's been adding extra features (such as QuickLook, which shows results faster) and partner integrations (such as Bilt's Point.me integration).
Now, Point.me has released a new Explore tool.
The new Point.me Explore feature lets you see cached one-way award results from the last 15 days from one origin point to many destinations over a wide date range. Specifically, you can search results for a specific city, country or region, or for destinations that fit a specific attribute (like "beach" or "winter sports"). Or, you can search for travel to anywhere.
You can opt to only see results for a specific travel date or for travel anytime during a set month. You can search for multiple people and choose to see economy results or premium-cabin results.
If you have flexibility, aren't sure where you want to go or both, Point.me Explore may be useful. Here's what you need to know about using Point.me Explore.
If you want to try the Point.me Explore feature, head to Point.me and log in to your account. You can sign up for a free three-search trial if you don't have an account. Otherwise, Point.me standard plans cost $5 for a 24-hour pass, $12 per month or $129 per year. Casual travelers who only book a few award flights each year may do well buying 24-hour passes as needed, but I've found the annual subscription to be well worth it since I frequently search and book award flights.
Once on the homepage, scroll down and click "Start Exploring" under the Explore image.
Alternatively, you can go directly to the Point.me Explore page once logged in. Once on this page, you may see some sample results but can also enter your own search query.
The text at the bottom of the page states: "Additional taxes, bag fees, and other fees will apply. Results found in the last 15 days and may not reflect current pricing and availability."
So, you may see results that cost relatively few points or miles but have high taxes and fees. And you may see old award availability that is no longer available. These concerns don't mean you shouldn't try out Point.me Explore, though.
Related: Your ultimate guide on how to search award availability for the major airlines
Point.me Explore is great for getting a high-level view of the available options. For example, one of my first searches with the Point.me Explore tool was for a winter sports trip in February from Atlanta.
As you can see, Point.me Explore offered two domestic and two international options. I clicked on the Crested Butte, Colorado, option, and Point.me Explore showed me what another user had seen in the last 15 days. It encouraged me to click to search live
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