AC/UAL code share
Sep 14, 2008 | 5:12 pm
#16
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 1,961
Normally, I would not do mileage runs just for the sake of doing them. Ideally, I am looking for some added value. So I never calculate the cost per mile. If the price and timing feel right, I'll go ahead and book it.
Sep 14, 2008 | 6:56 pm
#17
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Toronto
Programs: UA 1K, AC MM E50, Marriott LT Ti, IHG Dia Amb
Posts: 16,454
Can you guys share the stats of those MR trips, on what dollar amount to get what mileage and the dollar-to-mile (DMR) ratios? Did you do a day trip or on the defination of the "out" bound, did you even get out the airport?
If you do not want to show to the public, appreciate it if they can PM me.
I have tried to schedule a few MR runs, but the DMR seems to be high, all at $0.01/mile range, or 1cent/mile. I was told that I should manage it below 0.5 cent/mile.
I will be a few thousands miles short by the year end, once I complete the remaining 2-3 oversear trips, to requalify my SE for 2009. I have two cancelled trips this year.
One trip is YYC-LAX-BOS and back, which fares at $620, and pools 6500 miles, probably all I know. It is a single non-stop run.
If you do not want to show to the public, appreciate it if they can PM me.
I have tried to schedule a few MR runs, but the DMR seems to be high, all at $0.01/mile range, or 1cent/mile. I was told that I should manage it below 0.5 cent/mile.
I will be a few thousands miles short by the year end, once I complete the remaining 2-3 oversear trips, to requalify my SE for 2009. I have two cancelled trips this year.
One trip is YYC-LAX-BOS and back, which fares at $620, and pools 6500 miles, probably all I know. It is a single non-stop run.
- I live 20 minutes from the Toronto airport
- I have the opportunity to upgrade
- I get double miles on AC metal
If you want status based on segments, I think the target is less than $30 per segment.
Sep 15, 2008 | 3:30 am
#18
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Posts: 12,099
Sep 15, 2008 | 12:26 pm
#19
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: YHZ. Previously YYC
Posts: 1,954
I've flown UA only a handful of times. I havn't had too many complaints.
I did a, YYC-DEN-Burbank. and Burbank-SFO-YYC all on UA. I found the service fine and the staff friendly. The flight left on time, and got me there on time.
I also did a paid J flight from yyc-sea-ord-sav-ord-sea-yyc once and the service was perfect. F/A's friendly and aircraft alright. No complaints from me.
I would agree with those that said AC is better than UA, but honestly UA isn't that bad. And when your household income is less than 60K/year sometimes it's more affordable to fly UA.
I'm flying to europe in two weeks. Air Canada wanted $1350 per person incl. Tax while United only wanted 949 including tax.... So, guess who I picked?
It's like comparing Lays Ketchup chips to No Name Ketchup chips. Same vegetable, same type of flavouring just slightly different taste. They both taste alright, and both fill you up while making you gain weight.
I did a, YYC-DEN-Burbank. and Burbank-SFO-YYC all on UA. I found the service fine and the staff friendly. The flight left on time, and got me there on time.
I also did a paid J flight from yyc-sea-ord-sav-ord-sea-yyc once and the service was perfect. F/A's friendly and aircraft alright. No complaints from me.
I would agree with those that said AC is better than UA, but honestly UA isn't that bad. And when your household income is less than 60K/year sometimes it's more affordable to fly UA.
I'm flying to europe in two weeks. Air Canada wanted $1350 per person incl. Tax while United only wanted 949 including tax.... So, guess who I picked?
It's like comparing Lays Ketchup chips to No Name Ketchup chips. Same vegetable, same type of flavouring just slightly different taste. They both taste alright, and both fill you up while making you gain weight.
Sep 15, 2008 | 3:04 pm
#20
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 1,961
Well, maybe,not exactly! Did UA get me to my destination on time, in relative comfort and safety? Yes. Was it an enjoyable travel experience that you would repeat even if you did not have to? No.
Sep 15, 2008 | 3:10 pm
#21
Join Date: May 2007
Location: YYZ, but my heart is in Asia
Programs: AC-SE, CX-DM, DL-G, Hyatt-DM, Hilton-DM, Fairmont-Plt, Marriott-S, Accor-Plt, SPG-G, IHG-Plt
Posts: 4,395
From what you posted, I guess you would pick UA.@:-) But I would have never picked UA, even if it's for free! AC has better planes and service, I can use my upgrade certs, and most importantly, no transiting in the US!^