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Old Jul 31, 2009 | 11:22 am
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Originally Posted by DP-340
I think they are essentially worthless for international travel below is an example:

Fares (including taxes) for LAX-ZRH return trip in early September:

DL T-fare: $730 (cheapest fare $686 on UA)
DL M-fare: $3072
DL I-fare: $3042 (cheapest fare $2747 on CO)

Conclusions for this example:
  • M-fare + PMU is $30 more expensive than I-fare
  • M-fare + PMU is $325 more expensive than competition
M fares don't require a Saturday night stay. Often M fares book as B (near same price) with the ability to change day of departure without penalty. M fares can be purchased inside 50 days. M + PMU works better for some than a cheap I.

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