Originally Posted by
WBurcham
You could always look for Middle East options and buy 2K points ($50?). 200K ~ 6K voucher.
You assume OP can redeem 3c.
Chances are, he can only redeem 2c, so is 4K.
Dont know Middle East itinerary change fee, I assume it is at least $250.
Given now TYN is willing to absorb the 7.5% domestic excise tax, I would go for 2 x 1800, 50-60 tax 90K domestic biz, and have 18K pts left. He can easily earn another 2K pt, thus redeem for 2 x $100 gift card.
OP, if you pick the posted AA route, ask TYN to only charge you the 60 tax and give you the full value of the base fare.