Originally Posted by
barnetda
1. Use my miles for a LHR-HK one way, then buy the single hk-syd and get the 241 on the return leg Syd-LHR. Just seems a bit of a waste of a 241
2. Get a 241 return LHR-HK and buy the HK-SYD return.
Hmm, anyone got any ideas...
Unfortunately your first option won't work either because the 241 has to originate from the UK.
Getting to HKG is slightly easier although availability is also difficult due to the recent reduction from 3 to 2 daily flights. If you are flexible with dates though you can usually find something within a couple of weeks of departure. The upside is that you could try CX J for HKG-SYD...
Originally Posted by
LHR-HUB
Have you tried mixed classes, ie Y or Y+ HKG-SYD. Not ideal, but would help to use the value of the 241.
Or forcing it to go the other way, eg via LAX on BA/QF? Although 241s are only available on BA metal, I don't know if this would be allowed.
You'd stand a better chance with mixed classes but would you want to for a 24 hour flight....??
You're right about trying to go via LAX - no BA flights go LAX-SYD so not allowed.
Have you tried looking to buy a J ticket? ISTR figures of under £2k being mentioned with some of the ME carriers.