Fares have really skyrocketed in tha last year or 2. In 2010 we paid about $900 for JFK-CDG r/t, and last May/June we paid $1325. (Got 1 ticket on award miles).

The old rules don't seem to apply anymore, mid week, off season, etc. It's all hit and miss. Waiting is risky as well, the prices could go up, never to go back!

Basically, just go for it.