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Old Oct 16, 2013 | 11:36 am
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Originally Posted by Yeshu JP
thanks for the replies....AA does not fly directly...I don't have any southwest points....looks like I will be doing united...I will however check Southwest for the price before using miles..thanks

Edit: Southwest does have cheap flights - web only fare. Price is similar to United's charges (except that I won't be using any United airmiles)...hmmm, decisions..decisions..
Two considerations:

1. If you purchase a cash ticket on UA, you will earn UA miles (albeit, not many).

2. If you fly on Southwest, you can check two bags at no additional charge.
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