Originally Posted by
mr retired
Most of my miles are with BA, also some with AA. Searching for awards on other OW carriers seems unduly difficult. I'm looking for 2 business or first tickets from NYC to SYD next Feb. A search on BA shows availability in Qantas Y class via LAX (why does this come up when I'm specifically searching for C or F?) but no mention, for example, of CX via HKG which would actually be my preferred route, nor any other partner airlines.
Does anyone have any suggestions for a detailed online search? I know I can call BA but I find them very user unfriendly on the phone ... and there is usually a long hold time. Thanks.
Like with all Frequent Flyer searches, it makes a lot of sense to break up the search into the individual segments. So looking for JFK-HKG and then HKG-SYD. Typing in JFK-SYD will only give you a fraction of what is possible. BA shows good availability accross all partners so it is a good program to do your search with. Also note, that premium cabins to LAX-SYD are difficult to get and are often booked out 10 months in advance. QF is starting DFW-BNE-SYD services so they might have some availability. And last but not least, there is no QF F JFK-LAX.