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[2014 NEWBIE LOUNGE] Ask Your AA-Related Questions Here (flame free)
Sep 17, 2014, 11:59 am
#1531
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Berlin
Programs: BA Silver, LH FTL, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Platinum, Club Carlson Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 56
2 questions on my flight ORD-LAX on Oce 12th
I booked an AB mileage ticket TXL-ORD in J which arrives 12:10 in ORD. I booked on a separate paid ticket AA 1060 ORD-LAX which departs 2:30PM. I booked this in booking class P which allows for same-day flexibility. Does this mean that I can easily switch to a later machine if my incoming flight is delayed?
Should I check in with AA before I depart TXL which probably allows me to check my luggage to LAX. I know that I have to carry it through customs in ORD.
Also: Do I have access to the Admiral's Lounge in ORD as an AB Platinum (=OW Emerald)? I know I have access when I have everything on one ticket, bot sure about two tickets.
Regards
Stepfel
I booked an AB mileage ticket TXL-ORD in J which arrives 12:10 in ORD. I booked on a separate paid ticket AA 1060 ORD-LAX which departs 2:30PM. I booked this in booking class P which allows for same-day flexibility. Does this mean that I can easily switch to a later machine if my incoming flight is delayed?
Should I check in with AA before I depart TXL which probably allows me to check my luggage to LAX. I know that I have to carry it through customs in ORD.
Also: Do I have access to the Admiral's Lounge in ORD as an AB Platinum (=OW Emerald)? I know I have access when I have everything on one ticket, bot sure about two tickets.
Regards
Stepfel
Sep 17, 2014, 12:20 pm
#1532
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: CUR
Posts: 2,170
Got used to flying DFW-MAD-DFW direct in 2014 and from 2015 onwards, the MAD-DFW direct flight is 2x the cost of the MAD-JFK-DFW or the MAD-MIA-DFW. New AA pricing :roll eyes:
Anyway, MAD-JFK shows up as a 757 with a 2-2 config in J. Are these the "old" style seats? Or are they the angled lie flat?
Anyway, MAD-JFK shows up as a 757 with a 2-2 config in J. Are these the "old" style seats? Or are they the angled lie flat?
Angled lie-flat.
Sep 17, 2014, 2:42 pm
#1533
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Programs: AA EXP, Marriott Plat, SPG Plat, Hilton Gold, UA Silver
Posts: 21
I booked a flight from LAX - FRA on AA.com but it is operated by US Airways. Am I able to upgrade with AA miles (25,000 miles and $350) on this flight even though it is operated by US Airways? Thanks!
Sep 17, 2014, 6:04 pm
#1534
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 12,483
2 questions on my flight ORD-LAX on Oce 12th
I booked an AB mileage ticket TXL-ORD in J which arrives 12:10 in ORD. I booked on a separate paid ticket AA 1060 ORD-LAX which departs 2:30PM. I booked this in booking class P which allows for same-day flexibility. Does this mean that I can easily switch to a later machine if my incoming flight is delayed?
Should I check in with AA before I depart TXL which probably allows me to check my luggage to LAX. I know that I have to carry it through customs in ORD.
Also: Do I have access to the Admiral's Lounge in ORD as an AB Platinum (=OW Emerald)? I know I have access when I have everything on one ticket, bot sure about two tickets.
I booked an AB mileage ticket TXL-ORD in J which arrives 12:10 in ORD. I booked on a separate paid ticket AA 1060 ORD-LAX which departs 2:30PM. I booked this in booking class P which allows for same-day flexibility. Does this mean that I can easily switch to a later machine if my incoming flight is delayed?
Should I check in with AA before I depart TXL which probably allows me to check my luggage to LAX. I know that I have to carry it through customs in ORD.
Also: Do I have access to the Admiral's Lounge in ORD as an AB Platinum (=OW Emerald)? I know I have access when I have everything on one ticket, bot sure about two tickets.
The AB agents at TXL should be able to check your luggage all the way to LAX, just show them a printout of your ORD-LAX itinerary. It doesn't matter if you're checked in or not on AA for this to happen...but if you have the ability to check-in on AA before you leave, this can't hurt, as you can then bypass the check-in lines at ORD.
And separate tickets don't matter, as a OW Emerald you can not only access both Admirals Clubs at ORD, but also the Flagship Lounge (AA First Class lounge). You can access any AC or FL in the states on any further AA flights you may have as well.
Sep 17, 2014, 6:43 pm
#1535
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: SJC/VCE
Programs: AA PLT (2.9+ MM), HH GLD, Hyatt Diamond, SPG PLT
Posts: 10,161
Sep 17, 2014, 9:13 pm
#1536
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Programs: AA EXP, Marriott Plat, SPG Plat, Hilton Gold, UA Silver
Posts: 21
Not yet, there are only limited upgrade options between the two programs - and Europe isn't among the eligible itineraries
Sep 18, 2014, 4:16 am
#1537
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: May 2001
Location: MSY; 2-time FT Fantasy Football Champ, now in recovery.
Programs: AA lifetime GLD; UA Silver; Marriott LTTE; IHG Plat,
Posts: 14,518
Thanks for the response! I've rebooked the first segment so all segments are now AA and used 50k miles and $750 to upgrade. If I booked with cash and then upgraded with miles, do I still get elite qualifying miles for the coach fare that I booked with cash or do I end up with 0 EQM for this trip?
Sep 18, 2014, 12:48 pm
#1538
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,634
upgrading jfk-lax
Hi, I'm flying JFK-LAX next week. I haven't booked my tickets yet. Is this a flight I can reasonably upgrade with stickers? Or is it impossible (either as a practical matter, or some policy not to permit upgrades like DL had)?
I will probably not be able to book a Y/B ticket, and I think I don't want to pay a co pay, so I'd like to upgrade with stickers or, probably, not at all. However, if I do decide to pay a co pay and upgrade with miles , do sticker and miles /copay upgrades book into the same fare class? (If so which?)
Thanks!
I will probably not be able to book a Y/B ticket, and I think I don't want to pay a co pay, so I'd like to upgrade with stickers or, probably, not at all. However, if I do decide to pay a co pay and upgrade with miles , do sticker and miles /copay upgrades book into the same fare class? (If so which?)
Thanks!
Sep 18, 2014, 6:34 pm
#1539
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: CUR
Posts: 2,170
Hi, I'm flying JFK-LAX next week. I haven't booked my tickets yet. Is this a flight I can reasonably upgrade with stickers? Or is it impossible (either as a practical matter, or some policy not to permit upgrades like DL had)?
I will probably not be able to book a Y/B ticket, and I think I don't want to pay a co pay, so I'd like to upgrade with stickers or, probably, not at all. However, if I do decide to pay a co pay and upgrade with miles , do sticker and miles /copay upgrades book into the same fare class? (If so which?)
Thanks!
I will probably not be able to book a Y/B ticket, and I think I don't want to pay a co pay, so I'd like to upgrade with stickers or, probably, not at all. However, if I do decide to pay a co pay and upgrade with miles , do sticker and miles /copay upgrades book into the same fare class? (If so which?)
Thanks!
Sticker upgrades are R inventory, miles+copay comes out of C inventory. (X and A on 2 class domestic flights, respectively)
If you can confirm C right away, this would be your sure bet to get the upgrade.
Your profile doesn't mention having elite status with AA, maybe you do, but haven't updated, but remember that those without status can only upgrade Y/B fares with stickers.
Sep 19, 2014, 2:30 pm
#1540
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Caracas
Programs: Former AA PLT/GLD, A3 *G, Priority Pass
Posts: 1,144
Hey guys, i'll be flying IB J CCS-MAD and IB Y MAD-CCS this Sunday. It's been a while since i credited my IB miles to AA.
Does anyone have a miles calculator tool? any specific link that may come handy for this type consult. Also, i can credit to BA Avios or AA, which one would be better in this case?
I have Years without crediting any IB flights to AA.
Does anyone have a miles calculator tool? any specific link that may come handy for this type consult. Also, i can credit to BA Avios or AA, which one would be better in this case?
I have Years without crediting any IB flights to AA.
Sep 19, 2014, 2:55 pm
#1541
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Caracas
Programs: Former AA PLT/GLD, A3 *G, Priority Pass
Posts: 1,144
Hey guys, i'll be flying IB J CCS-MAD and IB Y MAD-CCS this Sunday. It's been a while since i credited my IB miles to AA.
Does anyone have a miles calculator tool? any specific link that may come handy for this type consult. Also, i can credit to BA Avios or AA, which one would be better in this case?
I have Years without crediting any IB flights to AA.
Does anyone have a miles calculator tool? any specific link that may come handy for this type consult. Also, i can credit to BA Avios or AA, which one would be better in this case?
I have Years without crediting any IB flights to AA.
Also, when redeeming CCS-MIA on Avios i see it's 10,000 + $0 + taxes+ fees. Does anyone know aprox how much would be the taxes and fees for this route when redeeming? I want to know if it's better i credit to AA or credit to Avios.
I would redeem CCS-MIA flights. RT in Avios is 20K, on AA 30K. I just want to know if it's any differentiation between paying these taxes with AA miles, or using Avios i could be charged more in taxes for this route?
I figured out how much Avios should i have for this route, but how about crediting this flight to AA?
Sep 22, 2014, 3:48 am
#1542
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Chicago, IL
Programs: AAMastercard, ChaseSouthwest
Posts: 92
Anyone else get the email that my Advantage card will no longer be a photocard? I like my pictures and signature on the front of the card. It requires retailers to look at my picture.
Sep 22, 2014, 12:19 pm
#1543
Join Date: Jun 2009
Programs: MR:LIFE-PLAT, AA ExecPLAT, AmEx GldPrmr+PLAT
Posts: 86
My battle with deep discount fares
After trying unsuccessfully to find an answer that satisfied me, I figured I would ask here....
My travel habits have changed at work and I've found myself in-between Gold and Platinum, after enjoying a few years of Exec Plat. I am definitely flying less, and more importantly, I'm doing so on the 'deeper discounted' fares which only give partial EQP. My travel is more planned, therefore the deep discount fares are what I am being booked in by our travel concierge. I'm booking solid itinerary's -- a few weeks in advance.
I'm wondering what are some ways to maximize my EQM and EQP on these types of trips. I look forward to the ideas/advice/experiences....
My travel habits have changed at work and I've found myself in-between Gold and Platinum, after enjoying a few years of Exec Plat. I am definitely flying less, and more importantly, I'm doing so on the 'deeper discounted' fares which only give partial EQP. My travel is more planned, therefore the deep discount fares are what I am being booked in by our travel concierge. I'm booking solid itinerary's -- a few weeks in advance.
I'm wondering what are some ways to maximize my EQM and EQP on these types of trips. I look forward to the ideas/advice/experiences....
Sep 22, 2014, 8:10 pm
#1544
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: used to be PER, now it's nowhere/eveywhere
Programs: QFF NB, AA GLD
Posts: 3,467
Sep 23, 2014, 1:37 pm
#1545
Moderator: American AAdvantage
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Maître-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
After trying unsuccessfully to find an answer that satisfied me, I figured I would ask here....
My travel habits have changed at work and I've found myself in-between Gold and Platinum, after enjoying a few years of Exec Plat. I am definitely flying less, and more importantly, I'm doing so on the 'deeper discounted' fares which only give partial EQP. My travel is more planned, therefore the deep discount fares are what I am being booked in by our travel concierge. I'm booking solid itinerary's -- a few weeks in advance.
I'm wondering what are some ways to maximize my EQM and EQP on these types of trips. I look forward to the ideas/advice/experiences....
My travel habits have changed at work and I've found myself in-between Gold and Platinum, after enjoying a few years of Exec Plat. I am definitely flying less, and more importantly, I'm doing so on the 'deeper discounted' fares which only give partial EQP. My travel is more planned, therefore the deep discount fares are what I am being booked in by our travel concierge. I'm booking solid itinerary's -- a few weeks in advance.
I'm wondering what are some ways to maximize my EQM and EQP on these types of trips. I look forward to the ideas/advice/experiences....
I'm afraid there's no guarantee this will work for the upcoming, merged AAdvantage program, as common wisdom implies it will be a more revenue-based program (perhaps minimum spend requirements as well as EQM minima, though they could merely use EQP, or other methods).