Originally Posted by
kq747
If switching carriers in NBO is a big concern, have you considered flying KLM via AMS? They fly directly to JRO on a widebody and then return via DAR. KLM is never among my top choices for flights but in this case I think it might be a good option vs. 7.5 hours on a narrowbody.
Yes, good suggestion. I considered the KL flight (and still may) though for some reason it's super expensive (expertflyer showing only 2 seats not taken this far in advance). As of now I'm ticketed on the QR routing but an almost fully-refundable fare. Also, I'm hoping the DOH-JRO is only 5 hrs and not 7.5! :-)
My return is out of NBO, and EK are offering a super inexpensive OW fare in F. As they often do....