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Hey awardtrail readers, Zurich's calling! United and its Star Alliance partners (Air Canada, Austrian, Lufthansa, and Swiss Air) have dropped prices on flights to Zurich to around $703. This is for regular economy, so no fancy lie-flat seats this time, but it's a solid deal if you're looking to explore Switzerland on a budget.
Why should you care? Well, Zurich is a fantastic gateway to the Swiss Alps, plus it's a beautiful city in its own right. This fare could be a great way to use those vacation days you've been hoarding. Keep in mind that these fares are often available for limited times, so if you're interested, jump on it! Do some research to see how this fare stacks up to typical prices, and compare the cost to using points/miles for the same route.
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