Frequent Miler on the Air Award Tool Spotlight: Points Path | Coffee Break Ep85 | 1-6-26
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Jan 6, 2026 Discover the power of the Points Path tool, a favorite for finding award pricing, seamlessly integrated with Google Flights. Learn about the differences between search and discovery tools, and how Points Path can show point prices alongside cash fares. Explore the pros and cons, including the useful alerts for price drops and its limitations, like missing program support for Southwest and Avios. Whether you stick with the free version or opt for Pro, there's plenty to streamline your travel rewards experience!
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Search Tool, Not Discovery
- PointsPath is a search tool, not a discovery tool, and integrates directly with Google Flights to show award prices alongside cash fares.
- This tight integration makes award searching as natural as normal paid searches for users who rely on Google Flights.
Install The Extension And Compare
- Install the PointsPath browser extension to see point prices next to cash prices on Google Flights without changing your search habits.
- Click the PointsPath icon next to results to compare pricing across multiple loyalty programs before deciding.
Upgrade For Calendar And Alerts
- Consider the paid Pro tier if you want foreign programs, a points calendar, and award alerts; it was about $80/year at recording.
- Use the points calendar to scan week-by-week best award prices and enable alerts to track specific award fares.