Every year, I fall for the same trap: dreaming of snowy rooftops, twinkling lights, and mulled wine in a charming European square… only to get sticker shock when I check December flights. Sound familiar? 

The good news is, with smart timing and the right strategies, you can score roundtrip flights for $350-450 – sometimes even less. I’ve tracked Christmas market flight deals for years, and the patterns are predictable once you know what to look for. The key is understanding when to book, where to fly, and how to use tools like Going Premium to catch those flash sales that make European Christmas markets accessible to anyone.

Here’s everything you need to know about scoring cheap flights to Europe’s most magical Christmas destinations.

• My Pro Tip:If you’re serious about finding cheap flights to Europe’s Christmas markets, Going Premium is a game-changer. They send mistake fares and flash sales straight to your inbox. I’ve personally found deals to Europe for under $450 quite frequently from East Coast airports. One good deal easily pays for the membership. Use code JON25 to save 25%on your membership.