Originally Posted by Wheatbackpenny

Departure Airport: NYC but can position to others
Miles Needed: 0 MQMs Need $3000 MQDs for Diamond
Required Spend or Budget: <$800
Available Travel Dates: Anything through EOY, Sat night/Sunday and weekdays preferred
Required Metal or Codeshares okay*: As this is an MQD run, I imagine codeshare is actually preferred. Cheap premium cabin on AM and MU (I have China visa) seem to be the best options. I've seen ~$800 on AM to various destinations in South America. 40% of distance flown on AM in biz would net ~$3K MQD for an itinerary around 8,000 miles. Would prefer quick turns and lie-flats but beggers.... :-)

Appreciate the help!