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Bikeflights has good prices as long as there are no borders that can involve tariffs. That is why you should take the bike on the plane with you.
When you are checking ticket prices, add in the price of transporting your luggage and bike. Some airlines (mostly USA airlines) are quite hostile to bikers.
If you are going with a tour group or using a tour operator, check to see if they can line you up with a rental bike instead. Bring your pedals, saddle and water bottles and helmet on the plane and leave the rest up to them.
I think most European airlines have a luggage weight limit of 23kg which is close to the standard USA limit of 50 pounds. But check before you buy, some budget European airlines are 20 kg instead of 23.
A luggage scale is the travelers best friend.