Hi all,

thanks for your replies. It has turned out much more complicated that I originally thought. So far, I reserved a trip for myself, husband, and son with United, LAX to Istanbul one way. It was the only way it seems we could get there together. Now I am looking for a return trip from IST to LAX for myself and my son - I was unable to find a single revenue route that matched a rewards route, and I spoke to several United agents. I have miles from other airlines, such as Delta and American, but there is hardly anything left and I don't think we have quite enough miles for both of us.

At this point, it looks like our only option is to purchase a revenue ticket for both of us, but the tickets are really expensive right now. Anyone have any tips to find a super cheap IST-LAX ticket around July 1?

thanks!