FIFA World Cup 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Flying on Points and Miles

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in just four months: 48 teams, 104 matches, 16 host cities across three countries, and millions of fans scrambling for flights. If you’re looking for award flights to the 2026 World Cup, the window is narrowing fast: cash prices are already brutal, and they’ll only get worse as June approaches.

Points and miles are still your best weapon, but the game has changed. Award calendars opened months ago, and the easiest premium cabin seats are claimed. The good news? Award availability is never static. Cancellations, schedule changes, and last-minute inventory releases create new opportunities every single day.

This guide shows you how to win. We’ll cover which routes still have availability, how to monitor for seats as they appear, which loyalty programs offer the best value, and how to build flexible itineraries that let you follow your team from group stage to the final. The travelers who succeed now are the ones who monitor relentlessly and book the moment they see space.

We built AwardFares to track award availability across multiple loyalty programs in one place. This even is the perfect use case, and this guide reflects how award space actually behaves in the real world: it changes daily, especially after schedule updates and cancellations.

Quick Reference: Host Cities, Airports & Dates

Before diving into strategy, here’s everything you need to know about the tournament at a glance.

Complete Host City & Airport Reference

🇺🇸 United States (11 Cities — 60 Matches)

🇲🇽 Mexico (3 Cities — 13 Matches)

🇨🇦 Canada (2 Cities — 13 Matches)

Why Use Points for World Cup Travel

Major sporting events create a perfect storm for travelers: limited supply meets explosive demand. Here’s why points are your best strategy.

1. Cash Prices Are Already Brutal

During the 2014 Brazil World Cup, hotel prices in host cities doubled or tripled, with some FIFA-listed hotels charging up to 5x their normal rates. Flight costs to Brazil surged roughly 40% above prior-year levels. We’re already seeing early signs of similar patterns for 2026, especially on transatlantic routes to New York (Final), Los Angeles (Semifinal), and Dallas (Semifinal).

2. Award Availability Exists When Cash Is Insane

Airlines release award seats independently of revenue pricing. A $3,000 economy ticket might have saver award availability at 30,000 miles. The disconnect between cash prices and award prices is your opportunity.

3. Premium Cabins Become Accessible

Business class from Europe to the US can cost $8,000+ during peak periods. With the right program and timing, you can book the same seat for 70,000-90,000 miles, essentially getting 10+ cents per point in value.

4. Flexibility Is Built In

Most award tickets have generous change and cancellation policies. When your team gets knocked out (or advances unexpectedly), you can adjust your plans without the massive fees that come with revenue tickets.

Two Ways to Approach World Cup 2026

Your strategy depends on where you’re coming from and how you want to experience the tournament.

Track 1: Flying In from Abroad

If you’re traveling internationally to North America, focus on these regional strategies:

From Europe

Europe has the most flight options to North American World Cup cities. Key considerations:

• Best Gateways: JFK/EWR (New York), MIA (Miami), ATL (Atlanta), and LAX (Los Angeles) have the most transatlantic capacity
• Recommended Programs: Flying Blue for Air France/KLM routes, United MileagePlus for Star Alliance, AAdvantage for oneworld
• Current Reality: Premium cabin space is tight but still appearing; set alerts and check daily

Search multiple programs simultaneously to find the best Business Class deals to World Cup cities.

From South America

South American fans have strong options through Copa, Avianca, and LATAM connections:

• Best Gateways: MIA (Miami), IAH (Houston), and MEX (Mexico City) have the best connectivity
• Recommended Programs: Avianca LifeMiles (good Star Alliance availability), Copa ConnectMiles
• Sweet Spot: Copa’s hub in Panama City (PTY) offers excellent connections throughout the US

From Asia-Pacific

West Coast cities are your friends:

• Best Gateways: LAX, SFO, SEA, and YVR offer direct flights from major Asian hubs
• Recommended Programs: United MileagePlus for transpacific Star Alliance, ANA Mileage Club, Singapore KrisFlyer
• Sweet Spot: Japan Airlines via AAdvantage offers excellent availability and no fuel surcharges

From Oceania

The longest haul, but doable:

• Best Gateways: LAX and SFO have the most Oceania connectivity
• Recommended Programs: Qantas Frequent Flyer, Virgin Australia Velocity
• Sweet Spot: Qantas points for direct flights to LAX; LATAM connections through Santiago for South American host city access

Track 2: Hopping Between Host Cities

Following your team through the tournament? You’ll need a domestic/regional strategy.

The Challenge: Knockout Round Uncertainty

Here’s the problem: you won’t know which city hosts your team’s Round of 16, Quarterfinal, or Semifinal match until 2-3 days before the game. Group stage schedules are set, but knockout matchups depend on results.

The Solution: Flexible Programs + Strategic Positioning

Use distance-based programs for short hops:

British Airways Avios (bookable for American Airlines flights) offers incredible value for domestic hops:

Example routes under 1,150 miles (7,500 Avios):

• Dallas → Houston (239 mi)
• Los Angeles → San Francisco (337 mi)
• New York → Philadelphia (94 mi)
• Atlanta → Miami (595 mi)

Use Southwest for maximum flexibility:

Southwest Rapid Rewards has no change fees and no blackout dates. If your team advances unexpectedly, you can rebook without penalty. Southwest covers most US host cities except Vancouver, Toronto, and the Mexican cities.

The Hub-and-Spoke Strategy:

Instead of booking point-to-point for every match, consider basing yourself in a central hub:

• Dallas (DFW): Central location with direct flights to almost every host city
• Atlanta (ATL): Excellent connectivity, especially for East Coast and Mexican cities
• Los Angeles (LAX): Best for West Coast matches and Mexican destinations

Best Loyalty Programs for World Cup Routes

Not all programs are created equal. Here’s what works best for different World Cup travel scenarios.

For Long-Haul International Flights

For Short-Haul North America Flights

Airline Initiatives for the World Cup

Airlines are gearing up for the tournament with special programs and expanded capacity.

American Airlines: Miles for Match Tickets

American Airlines has partnered with FIFA to offer match tickets redeemable with AAdvantage miles:

Phase 2 pricing as of December 2025 via AA Vacations. All redemptions are for a pair of tickets. Prices vary by venue and category, and may change in Phase 3. These are for pairs and values vary by category/venue.

Is it worth it? At typical AAdvantage valuations (~1.5 cents/mile), you’re paying a significant premium over face value for most matches. Group stage tickets make the most sense if you have excess miles and missed the FIFA lottery. For knockout rounds, the mile cost becomes harder to justify.

Capacity Increases & New Routes

Airlines are adding flights specifically for World Cup demand:

• American Airlines: 27,000 additional seats across 12 routes, including temporary nonstops like ATL–MCI and LGA–MCI during quarterfinals and group stage respectively, plus upgauges to larger aircraft on routes between BOS–DFW, ATL–MIA, LAX–SEA, and others. (We’ve covered the details here)
• SAS: Expanded summer 2026 schedule with 20% more seat capacity from Copenhagen, new codeshare agreements with Aeromexico and WestJet, and dedicated World Cup travel routing from Scandinavia to North American host cities
• Other carriers: United, Delta, and international airlines are expected to announce additional World Cup capacity as the tournament approaches — schedule changes closer to June often release new award inventory

How to Find Award Availability: The AwardFares Strategy

This is where most World Cup travelers fail. They search airline websites one day at a time, miss partner availability, and give up. Here’s the smarter approach.

The Problem with Airline Websites

• One date at a time: Tedious when searching a 39-day tournament window
• Limited partner visibility: Most sites don’t show all partner award space
• No cross-program comparison: You can’t see that Flying Blue has the same flight for fewer miles than United

The AwardFares Solution

AwardFares solves all three problems. Here’s a step-by-step walkthrough:

Step 1: Set Your Program(s)

Go to AwardFares and select the frequent flyer programs you want to search. For World Cup routes, we recommend selecting multiple programs simultaneously:

Select multiple programs to compare availability and pricing across airlines.

Step 2: Enter Your Route

Type your origin and destination. For World Cup travel, you might search:

• LHR → MIA (London to Miami)
• CDG → JFK (Paris to New York)
• DFW → ATL (Dallas to Atlanta for a domestic hop)

Step 3: Use Timeline View

Instead of searching day by day, click the Timeline tab to see an entire month of availability at a glance. This is essential for World Cup planning, where you need to compare dates across the tournament window.

Timeline View shows availability across the entire tournament window in seconds.

Step 4: Filter by Airline and Cabin

Use the filters to narrow results:

• Airlines: Select specific carriers (e.g., only British Airways or only Delta)
• Cabin: Filter for Business Class or First Class
• Stops: Select non-stop only for the best experience
• Mixed Cabins: Exclude itineraries with mixed cabin classes

Step 5: Sort by Price

Click the column header (e.g., “Biz” for Business Class) to sort results by points cost. This instantly surfaces the cheapest redemptions across all programs you’re searching.

Sorting by price reveals which program offers the best deal for identical flights.

Step 6: Set Alerts (Critical for World Cup)

This is the most important step. Award availability changes constantly. Click the Alert icon to monitor the route. AwardFares will notify you the moment a matching seat appears, whether that’s tomorrow or three months from now.

Alerts are your secret weapon: get notified the instant seats appear.

Step 7: Book Immediately

Once you find availability, click Book to go directly to the airline’s website. Don’t hesitate. Don’t comparison shop for hours. Award seats during peak demand can disappear within minutes.

Host City Award Flight Guide

Here’s your complete reference for flying to each World Cup host city on points. Each profile includes the best airports, recommended programs, and sample search links.

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New York / New Jersey — The Final

JFK · EWR · LGA

MetLife Stadium hosts the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026, plus a semifinal, quarterfinal, and multiple earlier rounds. This is the most competitive city for award availability.

Three airports to consider:

• JFK (John F. Kennedy): Best for international arrivals, most premium cabin options
• EWR (Newark): United hub, excellent Star Alliance connectivity
• LGA (LaGuardia): Domestic flights only, convenient for city access

Best programs:

• United MileagePlus (EWR hub): Wide availability, especially on United metal
• Delta SkyMiles (JFK hub): Strong transatlantic options
• Flying Blue: Air France/KLM to JFK with reasonable surcharges
• British Airways Avios: For AA domestic connections

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to New York (JFK)
• Paris (CDG) to New York (JFK)
• Tokyo (NRT) to New York (JFK)

Current status: Final and Semifinal dates are the tightest. Set alerts now and be ready to book alternate dates or connections if directs are sold out.

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Los Angeles — Semifinal Host

LAX

SoFi Stadium hosts a semifinal plus group stage and knockout matches. LAX is one of the best-connected airports in North America for international arrivals.

Why LAX is great for award travelers:

• Massive international terminal with flights from every continent
• Strong competition means good award availability
• Easy connections to other West Coast host cities (SFO, SEA)

Best programs:

• United MileagePlus: Excellent transpacific options
• American AAdvantage: oneworld partners (Qantas, JAL, Cathay) fly here
• Delta SkyMiles: Growing LAX hub with transatlantic service
• Atmos Rewards (Alaska): West Coast specialist with partner access

Sample searches:

• Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
• Tokyo (HND) to Los Angeles (LAX)
• London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Quick tip: LAX → SFO and LAX → SEA are under 1,150 miles, making them just 7,500 Avios each way for positioning.

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Dallas — Semifinal Host

DFW · DAL

AT&T Stadium (capacity: 94,000, the tournament’s largest) hosts a semifinal plus multiple rounds. Dallas is also the best hub for following your team across the tournament.

Two airports:

• DFW (Dallas/Fort Worth): American Airlines fortress hub, excellent for connections anywhere
• DAL (Love Field): Southwest hub, convenient for domestic hops

Why Dallas is strategic:

• Central location with direct flights to every other host city
• AA’s largest hub means plentiful award availability
• Easy access to both Mexican (MEX, GDL, MTY) and Canadian cities

Best programs:

• American AAdvantage: This is AA’s home; availability is excellent
• British Airways Avios: For cheap AA flights to other host cities
• Southwest Rapid Rewards: No change fees for knockout round flexibility

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to Dallas (DFW)
• São Paulo (GRU) to Dallas (DFW)
• Dallas (DFW) to Mexico City (MEX)

Quick tip: DFW → Houston (IAH/HOU) is just 239 miles. That’s 7,500 Avios for a positioning flight.

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Atlanta — Semifinal Host

ATL

Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts a semifinal. Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson is the world’s busiest airport, meaning excellent connectivity and competition.

ATL advantages:

• More flights to more places than any US airport
• Delta fortress hub with massive international network
• Easy access to all East Coast and Mexican host cities

Best programs:

• Delta SkyMiles: This is Delta’s home; expect strong availability
• Flying Blue: Book Delta flights via Air France/KLM for potentially lower rates
• AAdvantage: AA also serves ATL well

Sample searches:

• Amsterdam (AMS) to Atlanta (ATL)
• Mexico City (MEX) to Atlanta (ATL)
• Atlanta (ATL) to Miami (MIA)

Quick tip: ATL → MIA is 595 miles (7,500 Avios), perfect for positioning to the 3rd Place Match.

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Miami — 3rd Place Match

MIA · FLL

Hard Rock Stadium hosts the 3rd Place Match on July 18, plus group stage and knockout rounds. Miami is also the gateway for South American fans.

Two airports:

• MIA (Miami International): Best for international, especially South America
• FLL (Fort Lauderdale): Budget carriers, sometimes better award availability due to less demand

Why Miami is key:

• Gateway for all of South America
• Strong Caribbean and Central American connections
• Excellent weather and tourism infrastructure

Best programs:

• American AAdvantage: AA hub with extensive Latin America network
• Avianca LifeMiles: Great for booking Star Alliance to South America
• Delta SkyMiles: Growing presence at MIA

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to Miami (MIA)
• Buenos Aires (EZE) to Miami (MIA)
• São Paulo (GRU) to Miami (MIA)

Pro tip: If MIA is sold out, check FLL. It’s 30 miles north and often has better availability.

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Houston

IAH · HOU

NRG Stadium hosts group stage and Round of 16 matches.

Two airports:

• IAH (George Bush Intercontinental): United hub, excellent international connectivity
• HOU (Hobby): Southwest hub, domestic focus

Best programs:

• United MileagePlus: IAH is a major United hub
• Southwest Rapid Rewards: HOU connections
• British Airways Avios: For cheap positioning flights

Sample searches:

• Frankfurt (FRA) to Houston (IAH)
• Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (IAH)

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Philadelphia

PHL

Lincoln Financial Field hosts five group stage matches and a Round of 16 match on July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, making Philadelphia the epicenter of the Semiquincentennial celebration.

Best programs:

• American AAdvantage: AA hub at PHL
• British Airways Avios: For cheap AA connections from other host cities

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to Philadelphia (PHL)
• New York (JFK) to Philadelphia (PHL)

Quick tip: JFK → PHL is just 94 miles. Consider the train (1.5 hours) if award availability is tight.

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San Francisco Bay Area

SFO · SJC · OAK

Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara) hosts group stage and Round of 32 matches.

Three airports:

• SFO (San Francisco): Best international options, United hub
• SJC (San Jose): Closest to Levi’s Stadium
• OAK (Oakland): Budget carriers, Southwest

Best programs:

• United MileagePlus: SFO is a major United hub with excellent Asia-Pacific service
• Atmos Rewards (Alaska): Strong West Coast presence

Sample searches:

• Tokyo (NRT) to San Francisco (SFO)
• Singapore (SIN) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Seattle

SEA

Lumen Field hosts group stage, Round of 32, and Round of 16 matches. The US National Team will play here during the group stage.

Best programs:

• Atmos Rewards (Alaska): SEA is Alaska’s main hub
• Delta SkyMiles: Growing SEA presence with Asia routes
• British Airways Avios: For AA connections

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to Seattle (SEA)
• Tokyo (NRT) to Seattle (SEA)

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Boston

BOS

Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) hosts group stage and Round of 32 matches.

Best programs:

• Delta SkyMiles: Strong BOS presence
• JetBlue TrueBlue: BOS is JetBlue’s largest hub
• American AAdvantage: Good transatlantic options

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to Boston (BOS)
• Dublin (DUB) to Boston (BOS)

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Kansas City

MCI

Arrowhead Stadium (the world’s loudest outdoor stadium) hosts group stage, Round of 32, and a Quarterfinal.

Best programs:

• Southwest Rapid Rewards: Good MCI coverage
• American AAdvantage: AA serves MCI
• United MileagePlus: Connections via hubs

Sample searches:

• Dallas (DFW) to Kansas City (MCI)
• Chicago (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)

Current opportunity: American has added temporary nonstops like ATL–MCI during the quarterfinals. New routes = new award inventory.

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Mexico City — Opening Match

MEX

Estadio Azteca, the only stadium hosting its third World Cup, kicks off the tournament with the Opening Match on June 11.

Best programs:

• Aeroméxico Rewards: Home carrier with excellent MEX connectivity
• American AAdvantage: Strong US–MEX routes
• United MileagePlus: Good availability via Houston

Sample searches:

• Madrid (MAD) to Mexico City (MEX)
• Los Angeles (LAX) to Mexico City (MEX)
• São Paulo (GRU) to Mexico City (MEX)

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Guadalajara

GDL

Estadio Akron hosts group stage and Round of 32 matches. Guadalajara is Mexico’s cultural capital and the home of mariachi.

Best programs:

• Aeroméxico Rewards: Domestic connections from MEX
• American AAdvantage: DFW–GDL and other routes
• Volaris/VivaAerobus: Budget options (not points-bookable)

Sample searches:

• Dallas (DFW) to Guadalajara (GDL)
• Los Angeles (LAX) to Guadalajara (GDL)

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Monterrey

MTY

Estadio BBVA hosts group stage and Round of 32 matches. Monterrey is Mexico’s industrial capital, close to the US border.

Best programs:

• Aeroméxico Rewards: Good domestic network
• American AAdvantage: DFW–MTY and IAH–MTY
• United MileagePlus: IAH–MTY connections

Sample searches:

• Houston (IAH) to Monterrey (MTY)
• Dallas (DFW) to Monterrey (MTY)

Quick tip: MTY is just 150 miles from the US border. Consider positioning to a Texas city if award availability is limited.

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Toronto

YYZ

BMO Field (expanded to 45,500 seats) hosts group stage, Round of 32, and Round of 16 matches.

Best programs:

• Air Canada Aeroplan: YYZ is Air Canada’s main hub
• United MileagePlus: Star Alliance partner access
• American AAdvantage: Connections via US hubs

Sample searches:

• London (LHR) to Toronto (YYZ)
• Frankfurt (FRA) to Toronto (YYZ)
• New York (JFK) to Toronto (YYZ)

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Vancouver

YVR

BC Place hosts group stage, Round of 32, and Round of 16 matches. Vancouver is the best gateway for Asia-Pacific fans entering North America.

Best programs:

• Air Canada Aeroplan: Excellent Asian network from YVR
• Atmos Rewards (Alaska): Strong YVR presence
• United MileagePlus: Star Alliance partner access

Sample searches:

• Tokyo (NRT) to Vancouver (YVR)
• Sydney (SYD) to Vancouver (YVR)
• Seoul (ICN) to Vancouver (YVR)

Quick tip: YVR is a fantastic entry point for Asian travelers. From there, you can easily connect to Seattle, San Francisco, or Los Angeles.

Finding Award Flights For The FIFA World Cup (Fligts)

With award calendars already open for months, the travelers who succeed are the ones who understand how availability actually works.

Why Award Space Still Appears

Award inventory isn’t a fixed pool that depletes over time. It’s dynamic and constantly changing. Here’s why new seats appear even now:

1. Cancellations and Changes. Other travelers cancel or change their award bookings. Those seats go back into inventory immediately. This happens daily.
2. Schedule Adjustments. Airlines constantly tweak schedules: adding flights, changing aircraft types, adjusting departure times. Every schedule change can release new award inventory.
3. Revenue-to-Award Rebalancing Airlines manage the ratio of revenue vs. award seats. As flight dates approach, they sometimes release more award inventory to fill planes. Last-Minute Releases Many airlines have a policy of releasing additional award seats 14-30 days before departure. This “close-in” availability can include premium cabins. Partner Inventory Dumps Partner airlines sometimes release additional inventory to each other. A route that’s been sold out on United might suddenly show space bookable through a partner.

Your Monitoring Strategy for 2026

Here’s how to maximize your chances of finding space:

• Set alerts for every route you care about: Don’t rely on manual checking. Set AwardFares alerts for your priority routes across multiple programs. Check both direct flights and one-stop options.
• Monitor the 14-30 day window: Mark your calendar for 30 days, 21 days, and 14 days before your target travel dates. These are common release points for close-in availability.
• Check after schedule changes: When airlines announce new World Cup capacity (like AA’s temporary ATL–MCI route), search immediately. New routes often have better initial availability.
• Be ready to book instantly: When you get an alert or find space manually, book immediately. Don’t comparison shop for hours. Don’t wait to discuss with travel partners. Book first, coordinate second. Most award tickets are fully refundable or changeable.
• Have backup dates ready: If your first-choice date is impossible, know your second and third choices. Flexibility with dates dramatically improves your odds.

The 14-Day Sweet Spot

Many travelers don’t realize that premium cabin availability often improves in the final two weeks before departure. Airlines would rather fill a Business Class seat with an award booking than fly it empty.

This creates an opportunity for flexible travelers: if you can wait until close to departure (risky for sold-out matches, but viable for group stage), you may find space that wasn’t available months earlier.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

After helping thousands of travelers book award flights, we’ve seen these errors repeatedly. Don’t make them.

1. Only Checking One Loyalty Program

The same flight can have wildly different availability and pricing across programs. A United flight might be sold out on MileagePlus but available through Turkish Miles&Smiles or Avianca LifeMiles. Always search multiple programs.

2. Waiting for Knockout Matchups Before Booking Flights

You won’t know which cities host your team’s Round of 16 or Quarterfinal until 2-3 days before the match. If you wait until matchups are announced, flights will be sold out or astronomically priced.

3. Ignoring Secondary Airports

Everyone searches MIA; fewer search FLL. Everyone searches JFK; fewer search EWR. Secondary airports often have better availability because demand is lower.

4. Not Setting Alerts

Manually checking airline websites once a week is a losing strategy. Availability changes constantly, and by the time you check, seats may have come and gone.

5. Booking Non-Refundable Cash Hotels Too Early

Your hotel plans depend on which matches you attend, which depends on your team’s performance. Locking in non-refundable hotels before knockout matchups are set is a recipe for wasted money.

6. Assuming “No Availability” Means “Never”

Seeing zero seats today doesn’t mean zero seats tomorrow. Cancellations, schedule changes, and inventory releases create new availability constantly.

7. Analysis Paralysis

You find a seat. It’s not perfect, maybe it’s a connection instead of nonstop, or Economy instead of Business. You decide to keep looking. The seat disappears. You end up with nothing.

Hotels & Accommodation: A Brief Note

While this guide focuses on flights, here’s a quick take on hotel points:

Pros of Using Hotel Points

• Lock in value: Award nights can protect against surge pricing
• Cancellation flexibility: Most hotel award bookings are fully refundable
• Elite benefits: Status perks (upgrades, breakfast) apply to award stays

Cons of Using Hotel Points

• Limited availability: Peak dates may have no award rooms
• Dynamic pricing: Many programs now price awards based on cash rates
• Opportunity cost: Points might be better saved for future travel

Our Recommendation

Book refundable cash rates as backup. Search for award availability when you’ve confirmed your match schedule. Compare the points cost vs. cash cost. Keep whichever offers better value, cancel the other.

For World Cup specifically, consider staying slightly outside host cities where award availability is better and using transit to reach stadiums.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Started: Your World Cup Award Travel Checklist

You now have everything you need to find World Cup 2026 flights on points. Here’s your action plan:

1. Identify your must-attend matches: Which group stage, knockout, or Final matches are priorities?
2. Set AwardFares alerts immediately: Monitor your routes across multiple programs: this is non-negotiable
3. Compare programs: Use the tables above to identify the best programs for your origin
4. Book when you find space: Don’t hesitate, don’t overanalyze, just book
5. Stay flexible: Use programs with good change policies for knockout rounds
6. Watch the 14-30 day window: Mark calendars for close-in release opportunities

The World Cup 2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. The travelers who succeed won’t be the ones who planned earliest, they’ll be the ones who monitored most persistently and booked most decisively.

Ready to start monitoring? Try AwardFares free and set alerts for your World Cup routes today.

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