Originally Posted by anabolism
I'll be flying SAN - FRA Jan 28, returning Feb 5. I have basically three choices in connections: SAN-ORD-FRA, SAN-DFW-FRA, or SAN-LAX-LHR-FRA. I'll be ticketed in J and likely will use an eVIP to upgrade to F.
This is a no brainer if you are going to upgrade to F. AA does not offer F service on its ORD-FRA flight as it is operated by a 767-300. The DFW-FRA does offer First Class, so that is the best (only) choice if you want to upgrade.
If you do not upgrade, I would go with the ORD flight. The service in J on the 767 is better than that offered on the 777 with better food and a DVD player instead of the crappy cycled movies AA offers on the 777. The 767 seats are a little narrower, but they are fine for me and I am not a bean poll.
Avoid the double connection, it is not worth it and transfering at LHR is a pain.
To sum, if you upgrade, go with DFW. If you don't, go with ORD.