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Step-by-Step: Finding a Cheap Airfare

By Mark Kahler, About.com

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Credit card miles add up to savings.

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Sign up for a credit card that awards frequent flier miles by the amount of money you spend. Those purchases turn into miles quickly. When you consider which frequent flier credit card program is best, ask yourself two questions: Will I be able to get benefits from the dominant airline(s) in my region? Which one will earn the quickest ticket with the fewest strings attached? Consider two kinds of cards: airline sponsored and bank sponsored.

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