Originally Posted by
dorsey
So just buy the coach ticket and use the points for the upgrade? That is interesting, and would seem to be a good value. Thanks for the tip.

The cheapest coach does not allow you to upgrade to flatbed.
Though I am in agreement with you about the difference between day time flight and night time flight. I have found day time return from Europe the flatbed is a waste for me. I am perfectly fine at AA's Exit Row on a daytime flight back from either CDG or LHR.