Originally Posted by
CPMaverick
Get a return, try to time the return leg for a date you might actually use it. If you do need to change the date, for the change fee plus 22.5k miles you could have another RT to use at a later date.
+1, but for more flexibility, buy the outbound you want and put the return in a refundable fare class. when you figure out your dates, rebook the return at the lowest fare. you'll pay no penalty -- the fee charged is based only on changed segments -- and the fare you refare into will be based on fares at the time of purchase. just make sure your outbound fare has a long max stay.
otoh, i don't understand the fuss if you're getting reimbursed -- present your company with the information you posted here and ask what they recommend. if they say buy the one-way, enjoy your Y/B fare with extra EQMs and free mileage upgrades. if they say buy the round trip because it's cheaper, enjoy your extra segment.
(i was in a similar situation, relocating overseas for 13 months. since the max ticket validity is 12 months, i got reimbursed for 2 round-trip tickets. )