Originally Posted by
potfish
the transoceanic are NRT-BOS on JL and BOS-MAD on IB.
Whole itinerary below. I was already trying to avoid LHR as much as possible and can skip it completely if that's what makes the difference.
BUD-DOH-CMB-BKK-HKG-NRT-BOS-ORD-YVR-ORD-BOS-MAD-TLV,AMM-LHR-BUD
(ORD both quick transit, DOH and LHR under 24h transit, TLV-AMM surface)
I'd focus on those flights. Maybe try changing NRT-BOS to the AA code (AA 8476), and BOS-MAD to the AY code (AY
5648) and see if that makes a big difference..
Originally Posted by
Mwenenzi
My understanding AA does not charge carrier surcharges on AA operated flights. But will on AA marketed BA operated.
I thought AA charged the surcharges for their own over-the-water flights, but I am not sure. I know they charge surcharges for over-the-water flights on their normal fares.
Originally Posted by
Mwenenzi
UK has the APD for flights from most airports. But not on transits.
Indeed, I always try to connect in LHR for under 24 hours.