I agree that the cost per status mile should be the gauge for a generalized "good deal" because there are endless other factors that can figure in otherwise. (bonus miles, vouchers, change fees, tickets, etc.) I first heard around here that under 4c/status mile was considered good, but I think that is "standard" and I think under 3.5c/status mile should be "good" instead. Perhaps under 2.5c/status mile could be considered "excellent". It is exeedingly difficult to obtain that level absent a $20 fare to Europe on BA .

But, as always, many around here have differing levels of resources to apply and different standards of good deals.

[This message has been edited by Warrenlm (edited 01-04-2003).]