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Old Jul 10, 2015, 11:37 am
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chix
 
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Agreed, but Alaska's LAX flights are from DCA, not IAD!

Originally Posted by jlb3
For LAX-IAD, try flying Alaska. You won't get F class, but I've always snagged a MCE (or whatever AS calls it) day of. Also, if there is F class available, you can upgrade for only $107.50 one way - a great deal for a long flight. I've also found AS has nicer planes, power ports, better food, and is often cheaper (in the $50-$75 range).

And of course you still get your miles. Just an idea.
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