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About Kyle
Kyle Potter is the executive editor of Thrifty Traveler, covering everything from aviation news to travel deals to in-depth guides on using airline miles. A professional journalist, he joined the company in November 2018 after five years covering state and national politics for The Associated Press and working at several newspapers across the country.
He typically flies more than 100,000 miles a year and has visited more than 30 countries, but his passion is helping others understand the confusing world of travel, airlines, and points and miles.
He\’s also been featured as a travel expert in The New York Times, the Washington Post, ABC News, National Public Radio, Axios, PBS NewsHour, several podcasts, and many local TV stations across the country.
Got a story idea or a tip? Email him at kyle (at) thriftytraveler (dot) com
Kyle's Favorites
Hong Kong Airlines business class mistake fare to Vietnam, $660 roundtrip
Follow the Flight First Rule: Let cheap flights guide you to some incredible new places.
Air France/KLM Flying Blue
Kyle's Latest Articles
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Buy Your Tickets for The Thrifty Traveler Podcast … Live! June 12
As Fuel Costs Soar, US Airlines Say They’ve Already Raised Fares
Huge Shopping Bonuses via Rakuten: Earn $50 & 10%+ Back, Including Lululemon!
Struggling to Use Your Delta Companion Certificate? Read This Guide
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast is 1! Highlights from 365 Days of the Show
Mabuhay! Delta Wants to Fly Nonstop to the Philippines
The 10 Best Flight Deals We’ve Found in 2026 (So Far…)