Originally Posted by
tanglin
I'm looking at an open jaw LAX-AKL and SYD-LAX in August (20-31), and normally I'd book on DL (or VA). However for cost reasons (c. $7500 vs. others at $4500) I cannot.
So, looking for recommendations of other airlines to try, I'd like opinions on experiences! I can see
- Fiji (via NAN)
- New Zealand (via AKL on return)
- Qantas (via BNE on outward)
Since I'm not going to get any Skyteam miles or benefits, any recommendations / votes for any of the above??
(Mod - please move if you want, it's the post is only obliquely related to DL!)
Judging by the prices, I'm guessing business class? If so, definitely skew toward Qantas or Air New Zealand and away from FJ. FJ is great for what they are and they're delightfully Fijian in both service and character, but the business class experience isn't going to be remotely comparable to the other two carriers you mentioned. FJ might make sense if the price is dramatically cheaper than the other two and/or if you're interested in a stopover in NAN, though.
QF and FJ can be credited to Alaska Airlines; AS mileage might be of some value to you as a SoCal resident, and if you have any other trips coming up that could be credited to them, you might even start to get within throwing distance of MVP...