Originally Posted by
mikeyfly
For a couple of non status holders - i imagine this could cost £300 to secure two return seats. Don't like that? Book elsewhere. If you ignore, factor it into the "flight price" and consider it part and parcel, and you're still happy with the price / convenience then it's no great drama.
Yes definitely look at alternatives. Paying extra for a direct flight in J would be far better no matter the airline.