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Old Dec 13, 2012, 10:23 am
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mee
 
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Originally Posted by flibbly
Following the topic of using Avios in WT, which of course we all constantly say is a waste of money, I today booked a LHR-JNB-LHR redemption in Y next week using half Avios/half cash for 25,000 and just under £600, as compared to over £1800 cash price - i.e. getting ~5p each for them.

Received wisdom isn't always as wise as we think!
Amazed you found availability. About 2 weeks ago I was looking at a similar redemption (also in Y) and couldn't get out after 10/12, and no returns until something ridiculous like 13/1

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