When is the next BA sale?
May 23, 2015, 4:56 am
#316
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May 23, 2015, 5:46 am
#317
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There is also a slightly simpler search engine at >>> https://www.routehappy.com
A bit fuzzy in respect of 'comfort' etc, but quick and easy to use as a starting point. When you've done the initial search for the route/dates you want, you can filter using the 'Airlines" drop-down [oneworld, or specific carriers] ... but it only prices in USD.
DUB-LHR-AUH, CE/CW with BA in January for USD 1,634 r/t ... Is that good?
A bit fuzzy in respect of 'comfort' etc, but quick and easy to use as a starting point. When you've done the initial search for the route/dates you want, you can filter using the 'Airlines" drop-down [oneworld, or specific carriers] ... but it only prices in USD.
DUB-LHR-AUH, CE/CW with BA in January for USD 1,634 r/t ... Is that good?
May 23, 2015, 9:02 am
#318
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I need a quick sense check - also I am not Avios rich. Splashed 150k on F return to Vegas later in the year with 2-4-1 (actually not even direct outbound) in the pre 28th Apr frenzy! Cash element £1,110.00 for two
Have now seen J return exDUB for £1,065 or F out J back for £1,422.
Currently will need to book internal flight in US for approx. £100 each plus extra night accom before reaching Vegas.
I am thinking that the extra £1,020.00 - (or even £1,422
) would get me 150k back plus earnings of circa 60,000 over two is a no brainer??
This would give me nearly enough for SYD return on the 2-4-1 so I am far better off cancelling my Avios booking?
Any thoughts / advise on this?
Have now seen J return exDUB for £1,065 or F out J back for £1,422.
Currently will need to book internal flight in US for approx. £100 each plus extra night accom before reaching Vegas.
I am thinking that the extra £1,020.00 - (or even £1,422
) would get me 150k back plus earnings of circa 60,000 over two is a no brainer??This would give me nearly enough for SYD return on the 2-4-1 so I am far better off cancelling my Avios booking?
Any thoughts / advise on this?
May 23, 2015, 9:11 am
#319
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Yes that's a no-brainer surely.
May 23, 2015, 9:12 am
#320
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I need a quick sense check - also I am not Avios rich. Splashed 150k on F return to Vegas later in the year with 2-4-1 (actually not even direct outbound) in the pre 28th Apr frenzy! Cash element £1,110.00 for two
Have now seen J return exDUB for £1,065 or F out J back for £1,422.
Currently will need to book internal flight in US for approx. £100 each plus extra night accom before reaching Vegas.
I am thinking that the extra £1,020.00 - (or even £1,422) would get me 150k back plus earnings of circa 60,000 over two is a no brainer??
This would give me nearly enough for SYD return on the 2-4-1 so I am far better off cancelling my Avios booking?
Any thoughts / advise on this?
Have now seen J return exDUB for £1,065 or F out J back for £1,422.
Currently will need to book internal flight in US for approx. £100 each plus extra night accom before reaching Vegas.
I am thinking that the extra £1,020.00 - (or even £1,422
) would get me 150k back plus earnings of circa 60,000 over two is a no brainer??This would give me nearly enough for SYD return on the 2-4-1 so I am far better off cancelling my Avios booking?
Any thoughts / advise on this?
By all means do that routing but credit to AA as part of a platinum challenge and use the AAdvantage miles at 125,000 each J return to SYD including stopovers. It's the same amount as Avios post 4/28 using a 2-4-1, except you can mix OneWorld carriers and have free stopovers and generally lower fees.
May 23, 2015, 9:17 am
#321
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Thanks for the very informative response Tafflyer - re SYD I would look to do end of 2016 using the 1.00am release of two BA J seats and then again a fortnight later
I have never looked / have no knowledge of other programmes so would have to research as sounds too good to be true. Just re-read - so I wouldn't need the 2-4-1?
I have never looked / have no knowledge of other programmes so would have to research as sounds too good to be true. Just re-read - so I wouldn't need the 2-4-1?
May 23, 2015, 9:23 am
#322
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It obviously means having enough miles in AAdvantage. That's the only issue when you haven't status, hence suggesting the Platinum challenge to increase earning to quickly gain status.
May 25, 2015, 6:26 am
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Cancelled and got a cash exDUB for £1,060 in J. The price for F was £357 extra outbound, which is ridiculous! Have 23 hours to change mind and book this!
Jun 19, 2015, 10:54 am
#324
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Having found out the day after the sale ended that I need to make some West coast US trips early 2016, could some kind soul assure me that I just need some patience and a further sale will / is likely to come along in the not too-distant future?
Am under pressure to book sooner rather than later - but am I right to wait? If so, any ideas of when another sale is likely?
Cheers
Mark
Am under pressure to book sooner rather than later - but am I right to wait? If so, any ideas of when another sale is likely?
Cheers
Mark
Jun 19, 2015, 11:10 am
#325
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However, for your own specific circumstances, in which cabin are you interested in booking? There are slightly different dynamics for F/J on the one hand and W/Y on the other.
Jun 19, 2015, 11:19 am
#326
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In addition to the point made by Globaliser, how flexible are you in terms of travel dates, carrier, routing and flight times? There are a lot of days in "early 2016" on which sale inventory on direct BA flights could be limited or sold out, including back-to-school, half term, spring break, Easter. The more flexible you are, the more comfortable you can feel about waiting.
Jun 22, 2015, 3:51 am
#328
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This is always useful for checking possible dates - http://blog.continentalclub.co.uk/ta...airways-sales/
With the past being no guide to the future I'd note the traditional last week of June Y and W sale fares... (Was debating whether or not to push button on W to DEL or go via DUB and save £200 - with a joker and GUF of course - but I might save similar if history repeats...)
With the past being no guide to the future I'd note the traditional last week of June Y and W sale fares... (Was debating whether or not to push button on W to DEL or go via DUB and save £200 - with a joker and GUF of course - but I might save similar if history repeats...)
Jun 25, 2015, 1:06 am
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"We've got something in store for you, but we're not quite ready yet. Please come back at 11.30am" any ideas ??
Jun 25, 2015, 1:10 am
#330
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