This redemption prices at 78,000 Qmiles for a one-way business class ticket from JFK to CDG. The route typically costs around 100,000 miles through Qatar Privilege Club, making this a solid 22,000-mile savings. The lack of carrier surcharges keeps the out-of-pocket costs limited to standard taxes and fees.

The catch here is availability: only one seat remains at this price point. That makes this a better fit for a solo traveler rather than a family trip, though it could work if you're positioning one adult to meet the rest of the crew in Europe.

Qatar's Privilege Club program transfers from Amex Membership Rewards, Capital One, and Citi ThankYou at a 1:1 ratio. If you need to move points over, keep in mind that transfers to Qatar are typically instant from Amex but can take longer from other programs. Given the single seat, you'll want to confirm availability on the Qatar site before initiating any transfers.

May is a pleasant time to visit Paris—mild weather, longer days, and the city hasn't yet hit peak summer crowds. If your schedule has flexibility, this is a reasonable use of miles for a comfortable transatlantic flight.

How to book

Search and book directly through Qatar Airways Privilege Club at https://www.qatarairways.com/en-us/privilege-club/redeem-qmiles.html