Originally Posted by
whackedspinach
Hi, I need to fly from PIT to SIN on or around 10/5. Looking at google flights, it seems I can connect through DFW or ORD, then HKG or NRT. I would like to upgrade to business using miles+copay and I am currently Gold status with $3.5-$4k 12 month EQD. Does anyone have suggestions on which route will be the most likely to clear an upgrade on the trans pacific leg?
The day of week you travel on will be the biggest factor in either helping or hurting your chances. DFW-HKG is one of the toughest routes to clear. If you can shift your travel dates earlier by a few days to leave on Tues or Wed your chances will greatly improve no matter which route you take. If you must travel on that Friday, it will be tough as a Gold, but I'd just pick whichever of the NRT flights with the most empty business cabin.
Also, from PIT it adds an extra connection, but LAX-HKG is generally one of the easier routes to clear on.