Originally Posted by Dave Noble
Do be aware that it will cost 10,500 FF miles to take this flight though due to no status bonus for travel on CX. Would need to decide if CX's service/food worth 10,500 points
Dave
On the other hand there is the increased opportunity of an OP up on CX. As an Emerald the chance is not unreasonable and CX first is certainly worth 10,500 points forgone, IMHO. I have had several op ups on CX long haul, 2 from Business to First and one from Economy to Business.