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Old Mar 23, 2023 | 5:41 pm
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Originally Posted by foodie22
I'm looking at a few open jaw flights from SFO > CPH, then CDG > SFO, and there are AF/Delta, KLM/AF and Lufthansa/United flights. Anything to consider when choosing between these (besides price)?

The SFO > CPH will have a layover, and depending on the flights, the layover is either in FRA, AMS or JFK. Is a Europe layover more ideal than JFK?

Flights from Paris > SFO will be nonstop.

Will likely fly premium economy but also want to consider differences between premium economy and business between the carriers.
Thanks!
IMHO a layover in JFK is the least desirable option. I would **always** pick a European layover over a US one. There is less security drama and no annoying constant airport announcements (the US majorly overdoes this to frazzle your nerves).
And in Europe IMO the lounges are better (CDG being better than AMS, FRA is

Another reason- NYC-area airports are notorious for delays and ATC problems. I can't tell you how many times I've been #56 for departure from JFK. I don't know what these people do but organization is not high on their list.

Moving onto airlines, my favorite J experience of the three is AF. Then KL and LH in that order. I don't like LH because of the 2-2-2 configuration. Service is meh.

I can't speak for PE on KL or LH but AF is not great... maybe others can comment on the new PE product.
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