Cashing In EI Gold Circle Points
Jul 26, 2012, 6:43 am
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Dublin
Programs: Aer Lingus
Posts: 357
Cashing In EI Gold Circle Points
Hi All,
I've finally got to the point where I nearly have enough Gold Circle points to book a DUB - MCO flight for free.
I have three questions about this - if anyone can shed any light on this I'd be grateful:
1) I assume I'll still have to pay taxes?
2) Does the 6,000 points get me a one way or a return?
3) Do you know if there are many restrictions on booking tickets through the use of Gold Circle points rather than in cash?
Any pointers are appreciated.
Thanks
I've finally got to the point where I nearly have enough Gold Circle points to book a DUB - MCO flight for free.
I have three questions about this - if anyone can shed any light on this I'd be grateful:
1) I assume I'll still have to pay taxes?
2) Does the 6,000 points get me a one way or a return?
3) Do you know if there are many restrictions on booking tickets through the use of Gold Circle points rather than in cash?
Any pointers are appreciated.
Thanks
Jul 26, 2012, 7:00 am
#2
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: DUB - Ireland
Programs: EI-GCE, BD-G, BA-G, A3*G, TK*G, FB-G, HH-G, Hyatt-Dia
Posts: 8,527
- Yep, as inevitable as death, but at least the taxes on EI are not too bad compared to some other airlines
- 6k will get you your choice of one-way or return (same price); personally, I'd call and ask about upgrade availability on your chosen dates and pay for a Y fare and upgrade it. Much nicer way to go.
- There are always cash fares, not always reward seats, if you're flexible, you can usually find something. If you have Prestige or Elite status, they will often request seats to be made available for you.
Jul 27, 2012, 3:08 am
#3
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Dublin
Programs: Aer Lingus
Posts: 357
Thanks for the clarification.
Good point about the Y fare - I'm travelling with my other half and won't have 8000 points so I'm afraid that's out! Maybe I could blag a second upgrade so might still take my chances with that.
Good point about the Y fare - I'm travelling with my other half and won't have 8000 points so I'm afraid that's out! Maybe I could blag a second upgrade so might still take my chances with that.