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Sep 5, 2017 | 9:51 am

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Originally Posted by euslaner

Very helpful UA reps told me about very good business class fares to Johannesburg next summer (we are ultimately heading to Namibia for a safari). One is on LH and the other on UA/South African. I had heard some good things about South African but the 1K agent told me that many elites had complained about the airline. Not sure what the problem is (the agent would not be more specific).

The fares are similar (LH is about $300 more). Any thoughts on which airline we should choose. Thanks for any help. Answer here for everyone or by email. Thanks for any help.

Personally I like the SA business class seats wen traveling with somebody. They have a 2-2-2 configuration in the A330/340. Seats are fully flat, comfortable and more spacious than the LH seats. Food and service was ok.

Another advantage of SA is that you don't need to go via Europe - this can be a few hours faster.

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