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Old Aug 13, 2019 | 9:20 pm
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Originally Posted by radtechtraveler
There really is no rhyme or reason for the inflated values on certain flights like the 280k aer lingus business flights
It is my understanding (someone please correct me if I am wrong) that EI Saver rate is 60K in J Europe to/from North America. AS has access to 1 less seat than EI so there needs to be 2 Saver Seats available to book one as an award on AS. If there is no Saver availability, you have the option to use 280K for J and AS will purchase a revenue ticket for you.

If you value AS miles at 2 cents each, you are essentially paying $5,600 for your award ticket.

For the same 280K, you could fly CX F LAX/SFO/ORD/JFK/BOS-HKG-LHR or elsewhere in Europe where CX flies return. 185K in J. No F service from SEA.

James
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