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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 3:29 pm
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Originally Posted by ProggerPete
Hi all.
I'm hoping to book a flight from somewhere in south america (preferably santiago) to australia (brisbane would be best).

Is this possible? Do I need to route through america for it?

This will be my first redemption so I'll appreciate any advice you can give.
I believe that QF, LA, and AR are the only carriers that fly non-stop to AU/NZ from S America, so yes you'll have to route up to the US to get down there unfortunately.
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