Love is in the air: Fly business class to Europe for Valentine’s Day from $2,500 round-trip

The all-business-class airline La Compagnie is offering a Valentine’s Day promotion featuring premium fares to some of the most romantic cities in Europe for as low as $2,500 round-trip. From the New York City area, you can go enjoy a romantic stroll and croissants in Paris, do some luxury shopping in Milan or kick back in Nice and take in the relaxing vibes of the French Riviera.The French carrier has carved out a niche as a luxury travel provider; its Airbus A321neo jets come with a 2-2 configuration and 76 lie-flat seats.The discounted prices apply to tickets purchased between now and Feb. 16. And what’s especially nice about this particular sale is that the travel window is from Feb. 14 through the end of the year. There is also no requirement that you must travel as a couple — so if you just want to treat yourself, go right ahead.The tickets in this deal are nonrefundable, and there is a $300 fee for any changes.Members of the airline’s MyCompagnie loyalty program will also earn double points on all flights booked during the sale.La Compagnie business class. LA COMPAGNIEDeal basicsAirline: La CompagnieRoutes: From Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) and Nice Cote d’Azur Airport (NCE).How to book: Directly with the airlineBooking deadline: Midnight on Feb. 16Travel period: From Feb. 14 through Dec. 31Sample flightsLa Compagnie’s U.S. hub is based at EWR, just outside of New York City proper. The deal consists of flights to just three European cities: Milan, Paris and Nice. All three cities are available at a discount in this sale.EWR-MXP: From $2,501 round-tripEWR-ORY: From $2,504 round-tripEWR-NCE: From $3,190 round-tripLet’s start with offerings to the city many consider the most romantic in the world, Paris. You can fly out on Valentine’s Day from EWR to ORY for $2,504.38 round-trip.LA COMPAGNIEThere is great availability for this route in February and March, but we also found this terrific price in early April.LA COMPAGNIEMarch had the best availability we found for the sale fares to Milan. Here’s one itinerary we found from EWR to MXP for just $2,501 round-trip.LA COMPAGNIEMaximize your purchaseDon’t forget to use a credit card that earns bonus points on airfare purchases, such as:Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees): Earn 2 points per dollar spent on travel.American Express® Gold Card: Earn 3 points per dollar spent on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through amextravel.com.American Express Platinum Card®: Earn 5 points per dollar spent on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel® (on up to $500,000 of these purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar).Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees): Earn 8 points per dollar spent on flights booked through Chase Travel℠ and 4 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline.Bottom lineZACH HONIG/THE POINTS GUYDon’t forget that when you fly with La Compagnie, your ticket gets you priority airport service, access to a premium lounge and free unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi, as well as two free checked bags. During your flight, you’ll be treated to carefully crafted menus and a curated wine program to set the proper mood for your transatlantic journey.Related reading:The best hotels in ParisWhy Paris’ favorite fashion week hotel is always on our radarTravel to Europe using points and miles: How to redeem your rewards for flightsThere’s a new high-speed train connecting 2 major European capitals13 great European destinations to visit in winterEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.