AA: SJC-BOS $268-274 r/t (~4.3cpm) [for those who may need that end-of year MR]
#1
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AA: SJC-BOS $268-274 r/t (~4.3cpm) [for those who may need that end-of year MR]
SJC-LAX-BOS-LAX-SJC. It seems possible to do SJC-LAX-BOS-PHL-LAX-SJC for a few extra dollars in taxes.
Departure dates this coming Tues (12/13) or Wed (12/14).
No overnight (but redeye) required.
https://www.google.com/flights/#sear...JC0AA6046;eo=e
Departure dates this coming Tues (12/13) or Wed (12/14).
No overnight (but redeye) required.
https://www.google.com/flights/#sear...JC0AA6046;eo=e
#3
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 15
OK...so just so that I'm aware (I'm new to this...please bare with me) for these mileage runs do you literally fly from one airport to another in one swoop just to get the miles? Or do you attempt to have some layovers here and there according to your schedule? Seems exhausting to me however I can see that if it bumps you to the next elite status it may be worth it...but don't airlines allow you to nowadays buy your next level (such as an AA boost?) or is the mileage run much cheaper than that? Thank you in advance for any assistance you choose to provide.
#4
Join Date: Sep 2016
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OK...so just so that I'm aware (I'm new to this...please bare with me) for these mileage runs do you literally fly from one airport to another in one swoop just to get the miles? Or do you attempt to have some layovers here and there according to your schedule? Seems exhausting to me however I can see that if it bumps you to the next elite status it may be worth it...but don't airlines allow you to nowadays buy your next level (such as an AA boost?) or is the mileage run much cheaper than that? Thank you in advance for any assistance you choose to provide.
#7
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https://www.google.com/flights/#sear...=ONEWORLD;eo=e
And then SJC-BOS, routing through PHL, on the 19th for $137.
https://www.google.com/flights/#sear...=ONEWORLD;eo=e
But if you need 18k EQMs, I think it might be more efficient to look at doing a longer trip to Asia or looking at cheap first/business fares, especially since there are only two weeks left in the year.
#8
Join Date: Nov 2016
Programs: AA EXP | Sixt Plat | Avis Pref+
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Appreciate the response my friend! Unfortunately, I was already on a pre-committed trip 17th-23rd -- working on options for next week.
Current count is approx 15.5k EQMs needed. Would love to find a sub $1k fare on an overseas turnaround (asia/europe) where I can apply 2 SWUs for upgrades and be super comfortable. Can't seem to find any good segments and I'm not versed on searching codeshare stuff.
Current count is approx 15.5k EQMs needed. Would love to find a sub $1k fare on an overseas turnaround (asia/europe) where I can apply 2 SWUs for upgrades and be super comfortable. Can't seem to find any good segments and I'm not versed on searching codeshare stuff.
#10
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Appreciate the response my friend! Unfortunately, I was already on a pre-committed trip 17th-23rd -- working on options for next week.
Current count is approx 15.5k EQMs needed. Would love to find a sub $1k fare on an overseas turnaround (asia/europe) where I can apply 2 SWUs for upgrades and be super comfortable. Can't seem to find any good segments and I'm not versed on searching codeshare stuff.
Current count is approx 15.5k EQMs needed. Would love to find a sub $1k fare on an overseas turnaround (asia/europe) where I can apply 2 SWUs for upgrades and be super comfortable. Can't seem to find any good segments and I'm not versed on searching codeshare stuff.
12/26: PHL-DFW-PVG
12/28: SHA-HND-LAX-BOS
It does require an overnight in Shanghai, and leaves from PHL and returns into BOS (note also that the outbound is to Pudong and the inbound is from Hongqiao). No visa is required. I would book quickly since this is leaving tomorrow.
To replicate on AA.com, use multi-city search, search PHL-PVG and SHA-BOS, and search by schedule.
I haven't done a thorough search, so there might be something better if one spends the time -- but at this point, not sure there's a lot of time. Flying on Christmas would probably have been cheaper.
Happy holidays -- and good luck!
#11
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Only you can answer whether it's worth it to aim for EXP.
I will say that IMO there is big difference between PLT and EXP in terms of upgrades, priority during IRROPs, etc. Being EXP was the difference between me getting home for Christmas vs. being stranded at DFW one year. But I also value time with my family highly and I'm not sure I would want to spend my limited vacation time this week flying to Asia for miles.
I will say that IMO there is big difference between PLT and EXP in terms of upgrades, priority during IRROPs, etc. Being EXP was the difference between me getting home for Christmas vs. being stranded at DFW one year. But I also value time with my family highly and I'm not sure I would want to spend my limited vacation time this week flying to Asia for miles.
#14
Join Date: Dec 2016
Posts: 1
Last minute AA run
Has anyone seen any same day or two day turnaround runs from BDL, BOS, MHT, or PVD? I need 7251 miles to keep my executive platinum status on American. Could leave tonight, or tomorrow 12/29, but would need to return by 12/30 at the latest. Had an end of the year business trip canceled so trying to make up for it and keep status! Would prefer to keep it inexpensive.
Last edited by Bobbykpc2; Dec 28, 2016 at 12:12 pm Reason: Typo