Originally Posted by
Tedgrrrr
I found a good fare from JFK to Europe $600 (basic economy) on Delta metal... that same ticket is bookable on AirFrance (about $12 more, obviously wayyyy less than the approximately $150 "main cabin" upgrade on delta). If I book through Air France I can select seats right away - and DM Line stated I would be eligible for C+ at checkin.
Is there a downside I'm missing?
$600 is not a deal ex-JFK. Under $400 is common.
Also, if you can get to BOS, you can find fares under $300. Recently, I flew VS to LHR (stop), KL to AMS (connection), and back to BOS on DL for $255 on KL ticket. Transportation from NYC to BOS (and return) $39 each way on Amtrak NEC (flash sale - common). Got DL miles in the process too (hush hush)
