Originally Posted by
Markieg
Good day,
I'm looking for a week in NYC or LAX (even SFO at a push) 23rd Oct-30th (it is half term week in the uk), flying out of the uk (LHR that means in practice but anywhere will do).
I'm after 2 (possibly 3) seats and have enough for either biz or economy (will accept different classes each way if thats possible).
I've been looking on the UA (as I'm very familiar with their transatlantic product and have status with them) site and that looks really poor avaialability. Been looking on ANA too but not getting very far very quickly there.
Can anyone give me any pointers/help please?
Thanks - its for my wifes big 50 and you'll make her very happy!
Briefly... (1) No problem at all to book different classes for outward and return. Most people here would recommend separate one-way bookings anyway, as it makes life much easier if changes need to be made. (2) There are nicer options than UA, especially if you might be doing one leg in Y. (3) As this is for a big occasion, I'd want to fly both directions in C. Don't forget the cash + miles option.
Given all that, I had a quick look at ZRH-JFK availability on LX. Plenty of award availability on 23 Oct, including two F seats if you feel like splurging, on LX 16 (posh new 333). Coming back is not as open, but there are still options: Y awards on LX 15 and LX 17 on 30 Oct. There's almost bound to be something on LH to FRA or DUS or MUC, too, so try looking for that on ANA. While you're there, see if there's anything on SQ (JFK-FRA).
Good luck!