The 700 dollars fare did include the taxes as well but I still think is a bit too much considering that PIT-FRA is only 330! on NWA.com; I looked at the possibility of flying into cheapest Euro airport (FRA so far) and then take the train or bus but hese were not viable options as I would have wasted too much time on the proverbial "road" and the fares were not that much cheaper or worth it.
Also, I looked at flying out of JFK or EWR, and the best fares I got were $ 591 (with taxes included) on Swiss with really bad connections (overnight in Zurich on the return). Add to that $ 140 RT for PIT-JFK and I end up paying the same 700 dollars fare (plus or minus a few dollars).
I think Bucharest is expensive prolly because the Romanians are joing the EU and there's now a heavy demand for seats to the capital. The Romanians have become smart and are capitalizing on the demand, much to my chagrin.
Originally Posted by remyontheroad
I'd say that $700 is pretty reasonable for the current market.
I'm always tempted to expect the $199 off season r/t to London or $400 year round fares to Paris that were common 5 years ago, but it's just not there anymore.
You've definitely found the best cheapos, I've seen lately with the east coast to Germany fares.
Maybe if you're willing to add an LCC (check
whichbudget) and/or a bus or train ride, you could do better, but it'll cost you in term of hassle and time and schlep.
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