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Originally Posted by Lauren3189
And points aren't a factor. Don't have many of them

Middle Eastern are $7400 so way out of my price range (25 y.o)

There might be a cheaper option:
http://www.ausbt.com.au/buying-us-ai...eworld-flights
US Airways' partners include CX, MH, and QR. Of course, whether you can find Business Class award seats for your desired dates of travel is another matter. And you'd have to check the Dividend Miles award chart to see how many miles are needed for Australia-Europe return in Business.
Depending on how soon you will be traveling, you might also be able to wait for periodic mileage sales with AA and AS, each of which partners with CX and permits one-way awards.
Good luck!