Originally Posted by
manku
I also have a AA FRA-DFW-LAX for 27K AA points and $150 taxes. I can upgrade to MC Extra which makes it much more tolerable using my Amex annual $200 credit (which I rarely use), or I can use 47K points for Economy Plus.
For intercontinental award travel -- especially in Economy Class -- I think you will find that it's tough to beat AA miles.