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Originally Posted by Gamecock
Originally Posted by nux:20594521
Take leg 1 of first ticket, return by starting leg 1 of second ticket. Take Leg 2 of second ticket, then leg 2 of first ticket. Would need to lock in dates, as the change fees to move the dates after booking may well erode any savings.
That is certainly a method, but with a caveat: airlines frown on this practice. Don't try this with the same carrier, or same alliance if claiming miles.
Only really a problem if the flights booked violate minimum stay requirements or other fare rules. If you are staying for an extended period of time at each end this is less likely to be a concern.