YYZ-SYD ... great deal or not ???
Sep 14, 2002, 8:08 pm
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YYZ-SYD ... great deal or not ???
Hi Guys,
Long time lurker -first time poster....
Just noticed on Expedia that AC is offering yyz-syd at the low,low price of $1099 plus usual taxes. Travel between 23 Sept - 7 Dec. Of course I found this approx. 5 minutes after booking the same itin on UA....for more $$.
There may be a catch of course:
From: Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson)
To: Sydney, N.S.W., Australia (SYD-Kingsford Smith)
Fare Basis Code: QSHARECP
QSHARECP R 1099.00
.....
ELIGIBILITY - ADT-ADULT
ACCOM PSGR - REQD ON ALL SEGMENTS
REQD IN SAME COMPARTMENT BY QSHARECN
TYPE FARES
TVL RESTR - OUTBOUND MUST BEGIN ON/BEFORE 30NOV 02
RETURN COMPLETED BY 07DEC02 MIDNIGHT
SALES RESTR - TKT 16SEP02-10OCT02
TICKETS MUST BE ISSUED AT SAME TIME
Does this mean I have to buy 2 tickets to get this price?
Just wondering. AC does not seem to know too much about this yet.
MCM.
Long time lurker -first time poster....
Just noticed on Expedia that AC is offering yyz-syd at the low,low price of $1099 plus usual taxes. Travel between 23 Sept - 7 Dec. Of course I found this approx. 5 minutes after booking the same itin on UA....for more $$.
There may be a catch of course:
From: Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson)
To: Sydney, N.S.W., Australia (SYD-Kingsford Smith)
Fare Basis Code: QSHARECP
QSHARECP R 1099.00
.....
ELIGIBILITY - ADT-ADULT
ACCOM PSGR - REQD ON ALL SEGMENTS
REQD IN SAME COMPARTMENT BY QSHARECN
TYPE FARES
TVL RESTR - OUTBOUND MUST BEGIN ON/BEFORE 30NOV 02
RETURN COMPLETED BY 07DEC02 MIDNIGHT
SALES RESTR - TKT 16SEP02-10OCT02
TICKETS MUST BE ISSUED AT SAME TIME
Does this mean I have to buy 2 tickets to get this price?
Just wondering. AC does not seem to know too much about this yet.
MCM.
Sep 14, 2002, 10:23 pm
#3
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Location: Canada
Posts: 1,875
it sounds like it is some kind of ticket
for 2 people judging by the fare basis
and saying tickets must be issued at the
same time and must have same itinerary.
$1099.00 is a good deal but you may have
to purchase another ticket which may be
higher. You should check into this.
for 2 people judging by the fare basis
and saying tickets must be issued at the
same time and must have same itinerary.
$1099.00 is a good deal but you may have
to purchase another ticket which may be
higher. You should check into this.
Sep 15, 2002, 10:14 am
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This is a special companion fare. One passenger has to pay the regular fare (QSHARE) of CAD$2099 and the companion pays (QSHARECP) CAD$1099. A pretty good deal if there are two passengers travelling together. Both tickets have to be issued at the same time.
Sep 15, 2002, 11:57 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by FlyerAl:
This is a special companion fare. One passenger has to pay the regular fare (QSHARE) of CAD$2099 and the companion pays (QSHARECP) CAD$1099. A pretty good deal if there are two passengers travelling together. Both tickets have to be issued at the same time.</font>
This is a special companion fare. One passenger has to pay the regular fare (QSHARE) of CAD$2099 and the companion pays (QSHARECP) CAD$1099. A pretty good deal if there are two passengers travelling together. Both tickets have to be issued at the same time.</font>
Sep 15, 2002, 1:20 pm
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Thanks all,
It is as I suspected.
I probably fly YYZ-SYD at least 8 times a year. Can't remember the last time I was on AC metal. The combination of AC zeroing out C and the "Honolulu Shuffle" just about make me crazy. At least with UA I'm assured some comfort in E+ or with NZ....the best FA's in the business.
I think I'm growing old before my time on this route.
MCM.
It is as I suspected.
I probably fly YYZ-SYD at least 8 times a year. Can't remember the last time I was on AC metal. The combination of AC zeroing out C and the "Honolulu Shuffle" just about make me crazy. At least with UA I'm assured some comfort in E+ or with NZ....the best FA's in the business.
I think I'm growing old before my time on this route.
MCM.
Sep 15, 2002, 1:40 pm
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by tcook052:
Wow, 8 times a year YYZ-SYD. May I boldy ask if business or pleasure?</font>
Wow, 8 times a year YYZ-SYD. May I boldy ask if business or pleasure?</font>
Canadian boy meets Australian girl. They get married. Girl is a MD in Oz, boy has business in Canada. Girl can't easily work in Canada without jumping through hoops while boy has to still take care of business. Stand by to see how this story ends. In the mean time it's the (almost) monthly commute........
Perfect marriage though.......
MCM.
Sep 15, 2002, 3:14 pm
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I expect you've ruled this out already, but have you considered continuing west from SYD on a RTW ticket? Might be worth getting status on oneworld as well as to get AA's MRTC and have more options.
Just a thought, I'm sure there are reasons it wouldn't work/
andrew
Just a thought, I'm sure there are reasons it wouldn't work/
andrew
Sep 15, 2002, 5:35 pm
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by Minicooperman:
Girl is a MD in Oz, boy has business in Canada. </font>
Girl is a MD in Oz, boy has business in Canada. </font>
Sep 15, 2002, 6:27 pm
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by Tractor Boy:
With your handle why not try and find employment somewhere neutral... such as THE ITALIAN JOB (apologies in advance).</font>
With your handle why not try and find employment somewhere neutral... such as THE ITALIAN JOB (apologies in advance).</font>
Actually, I've thought about this quite a lot in the last year what with AC and all their cutbacks. Based on my experience, I would choose UA E+ or NZ over Qantas anyday. Maybe I just have not had the best luck with them. (I was Oneworld Emerald in the good 'ol days of CP) Also, because I have to fly to Europe a few times every year, it is just easier to stay with AP.
UA might not have the best service but you cannot argue with the extra bit of room in E+ (I'm 6'2") and NZ...well, I just think that they are the most friendly and helpful bunch!
As for a RTW, it just takes too long. Also, because I am frequently on a discounted economy fare, my choices from SYD are limited (being the points pig that I am). SQ gives me nothing and LH only 50%. That only leaves TG to Europe...not always convenient or comfortable.
MCM.
Sep 16, 2002, 1:25 am
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Minicooperman, you might want to fly CX via HKG. You'll get almost 25K Q miles for this trip. (4 of these trips [and 4 AA metal flights] will earn you ExP on AA) You can get some pretty good fares from an Asian travel agent for this route.
This fare is usually booked in M class. Since you are based in Canada, you'll earn AA miles on a CX M class fare.
This fare is usually booked in M class. Since you are based in Canada, you'll earn AA miles on a CX M class fare.