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Old May 3, 2005 | 3:04 pm
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CLG
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Originally Posted by Fishbait
Always check for flights with availability in the F cabin before purchasing full-Y to be sure you get up front.

Robin
Yeah, that is a good suggestion to pass on to everyone. I have seen it plenty of times at Northwest when looking for international business class that the "coach + miles upgrade" ticket price (their Y or B) is more $ than buying a business class ticket outright (Z fare). I think that is just plain silly.

In this case, the coach ticket price is $233 (all-in) vs. the 1st class ticket price of $333 (all-in). Is the extra $100 worth it to me for an hour long flight? Nope... But a free upgrade is

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