Rs 2 Lakh Flight Ticket for Rs 5,000: Smart Credit Card Use Saves Big on Travel

• A Mumbai traveler, Amit Jain, booked a Rs 2.2 lakh Mumbai-London flight for just Rs 4,600 using Axis Atlas credit card points.
• He converted 17,750 Atlas Miles to 35,500 Air Canada Aeroplan points, covering the flight cost except for taxes and surcharges.
• Credit card points, especially for international travel, can offer significant savings, with their value increasing when cash fares surge.
• Unlike cash bookings, point-based bookings often have fixed values, making them more valuable during high-demand or geopolitical situations.
• Experts advise prioritizing airline/hotel transfers over cashback, understanding conversion ratios, and comparing cash vs. point costs for optimal redemption.