Options for AA LAS-EZE
Feb 5, 2019, 6:11 pm
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Options for AA LAS-EZE
Greetings,
Planning a trip to Antarctica and there is a group leaving from USH. The tour will provide tickets between EZE and USH, so it's up to me to get flights down to EZE from the States. Looking at different options on AA. I thought that I recently read that AA was starting LAX/EZE on a 787 but haven't been able to find it. The tour leaves in Jan. 2020. Flights now show connections via DFW on a 787, JFK on a 777 and MIA on a 777. Booking in J, is there a preference for the folks that travel there often. Difference of A/C? Looking for the most comfortable way to travel, would consider other airlines as well. TIA.
Planning a trip to Antarctica and there is a group leaving from USH. The tour will provide tickets between EZE and USH, so it's up to me to get flights down to EZE from the States. Looking at different options on AA. I thought that I recently read that AA was starting LAX/EZE on a 787 but haven't been able to find it. The tour leaves in Jan. 2020. Flights now show connections via DFW on a 787, JFK on a 777 and MIA on a 777. Booking in J, is there a preference for the folks that travel there often. Difference of A/C? Looking for the most comfortable way to travel, would consider other airlines as well. TIA.
Feb 5, 2019, 6:53 pm
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LAX-EZE is not a daily flight, probably 135 or something. AA loads schedule 331 days out (around that) so schedules for Jan 2020 has barely loaded.
If I remember correctly EZE used to be a 45J 772 destination it is more likely for your flights to have the Zodiac 772 front and back seats (if you decided to choose the 777/772 option, and there is a very popular thread here comparing the differences between those two seats). However now AA 772s have all been reduced to 37J, so a swap between different seat styles is very possible. Maybe one or two of the MIA or JFK flights are operated by a four class 77W, which I think contains the best AA J seats in the sky. 789 and the other half of 772s have the B/E seats, which are pretty new but the footwell and knee room is a little restrictive for me.
If I were you, I would choose based on the domestic connections. MIA is a 7M8 hub so I would be careful not to book one of those aircrafts domestically. And most importantly, take it easy planning it as there is likely going to be 3-5 schedule changes between now and your flights giving you lots of opportunities to rebook...
If I remember correctly EZE used to be a 45J 772 destination it is more likely for your flights to have the Zodiac 772 front and back seats (if you decided to choose the 777/772 option, and there is a very popular thread here comparing the differences between those two seats). However now AA 772s have all been reduced to 37J, so a swap between different seat styles is very possible. Maybe one or two of the MIA or JFK flights are operated by a four class 77W, which I think contains the best AA J seats in the sky. 789 and the other half of 772s have the B/E seats, which are pretty new but the footwell and knee room is a little restrictive for me.
If I were you, I would choose based on the domestic connections. MIA is a 7M8 hub so I would be careful not to book one of those aircrafts domestically. And most importantly, take it easy planning it as there is likely going to be 3-5 schedule changes between now and your flights giving you lots of opportunities to rebook...
Feb 6, 2019, 5:40 am
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I'd go with LAS-DFW-EZE, this is the quickest routing with the added bonus of having the shortest flight in domestic first and the longest flight in lie-flat int'l business. And by Jan 2020 there will (hopefully) be a new Flagship Lounge open in DFW to use during your connection.
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Feb 6, 2019, 6:00 am
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Actually las-lax-Eze would have the shortest domestic F. It’s bookable on 1/1.
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Feb 6, 2019, 7:15 am
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Feb 6, 2019, 9:38 am
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Feb 6, 2019, 10:49 am
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I'd would do LAS-LAX-JFK-EZE if fare prices (and time) are not outrageously higher (than OP's original itin). OP would enjoy better lounge(s) in LAX, take A321T transcan to Jfk. Good lounges in JFK. On 77W from JFK-EZE.
My assumption of OP's home port being LAS.
My assumption of OP's home port being LAS.
Feb 6, 2019, 11:34 am
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14.5 hours end to end
22.5 hours end to end
Feb 6, 2019, 3:18 pm
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I would rather have 8 hours more in BA, either in a bed, or about town, then in any lounge I've ever been to. And that's assuming no misconnects, and that EQMs aren't needed.
Feb 6, 2019, 4:18 pm
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Travelling often Argentina/USA, I prefer to connect through MIA.
There are 2 overnight flights every day, and usually a 3rd daytime flight added certain days around that time of the year.
And also, at least another daily with 4M,: as well as plenty of other options to "get you there" in case anything happens.
Besides, Flagship Lounge is a good place to hang out for a couple of hours.
DFW/EZE is a good bet as well, although normally packed and higher in cost.
LAX/EZE started last December 2018 4x a week as a test, so not sure how it is performing or it will stay. Some rumors say it will go daily later on, but who can tell so much in advance.
JFK/EZE I would avoid. It is a bit tricky around January/February due to weather complications at NYC.
Service in any of them is pretty much the same: since they are all overnight flights, once up in the air, dinner is served and cleared, lights go out for 5/7 hours so you can get some shut eye, and then comes breakfast right as you are approaching BUE. Nothing more, nothing else.
If you are looking for a bargain, Latam Argentina flights (4M) MIA/EZE in J tend to have some good offers - if purchased more than 28 days in advance (just last week they were going for US$1800 return). They fly 767s in 2-2-2/180 lie-flat config and service tends to be better than AA, though planes are a bit dated. One (major) disadvantage is that they fly out of Terminal J in MIA (AA uses D) so coming from LAS you will have go airside and change terminals (quite a long walk between them). Lounge is shared with other Lan/Tam flights (Peru/Chile/Brazil) and it can get very crowded. It's a bit worn out as well, specially compared to AA newer Flagship Lounge.
(A bit off topic.. I've just realized 900/931, historically 77W, are moving to 772. Anyone knows why and when the switch goes into effect? It's sad to loose those J/F seats.. both quality and quantity..)
There are 2 overnight flights every day, and usually a 3rd daytime flight added certain days around that time of the year.
And also, at least another daily with 4M,: as well as plenty of other options to "get you there" in case anything happens.
Besides, Flagship Lounge is a good place to hang out for a couple of hours.
DFW/EZE is a good bet as well, although normally packed and higher in cost.
LAX/EZE started last December 2018 4x a week as a test, so not sure how it is performing or it will stay. Some rumors say it will go daily later on, but who can tell so much in advance.
JFK/EZE I would avoid. It is a bit tricky around January/February due to weather complications at NYC.
Service in any of them is pretty much the same: since they are all overnight flights, once up in the air, dinner is served and cleared, lights go out for 5/7 hours so you can get some shut eye, and then comes breakfast right as you are approaching BUE. Nothing more, nothing else.
If you are looking for a bargain, Latam Argentina flights (4M) MIA/EZE in J tend to have some good offers - if purchased more than 28 days in advance (just last week they were going for US$1800 return). They fly 767s in 2-2-2/180 lie-flat config and service tends to be better than AA, though planes are a bit dated. One (major) disadvantage is that they fly out of Terminal J in MIA (AA uses D) so coming from LAS you will have go airside and change terminals (quite a long walk between them). Lounge is shared with other Lan/Tam flights (Peru/Chile/Brazil) and it can get very crowded. It's a bit worn out as well, specially compared to AA newer Flagship Lounge.
(A bit off topic.. I've just realized 900/931, historically 77W, are moving to 772. Anyone knows why and when the switch goes into effect? It's sad to loose those J/F seats.. both quality and quantity..)
Feb 6, 2019, 8:45 pm
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Travelling often Argentina/USA, I prefer to connect through MIA.
There are 2 overnight flights every day, and usually a 3rd daytime flight added certain days around that time of the year.
And also, at least another daily with 4M,: as well as plenty of other options to "get you there" in case anything happens.
Besides, Flagship Lounge is a good place to hang out for a couple of hours.
DFW/EZE is a good bet as well, although normally packed and higher in cost.
LAX/EZE started last December 2018 4x a week as a test, so not sure how it is performing or it will stay. Some rumors say it will go daily later on, but who can tell so much in advance.
JFK/EZE I would avoid. It is a bit tricky around January/February due to weather complications at NYC.
Service in any of them is pretty much the same: since they are all overnight flights, once up in the air, dinner is served and cleared, lights go out for 5/7 hours so you can get some shut eye, and then comes breakfast right as you are approaching BUE. Nothing more, nothing else.
If you are looking for a bargain, Latam Argentina flights (4M) MIA/EZE in J tend to have some good offers - if purchased more than 28 days in advance (just last week they were going for US$1800 return). They fly 767s in 2-2-2/180 lie-flat config and service tends to be better than AA, though planes are a bit dated. One (major) disadvantage is that they fly out of Terminal J in MIA (AA uses D) so coming from LAS you will have go airside and change terminals (quite a long walk between them). Lounge is shared with other Lan/Tam flights (Peru/Chile/Brazil) and it can get very crowded. It's a bit worn out as well, specially compared to AA newer Flagship Lounge.
(A bit off topic.. I've just realized 900/931, historically 77W, are moving to 772. Anyone knows why and when the switch goes into effect? It's sad to loose those J/F seats.. both quality and quantity..)
There are 2 overnight flights every day, and usually a 3rd daytime flight added certain days around that time of the year.
And also, at least another daily with 4M,: as well as plenty of other options to "get you there" in case anything happens.
Besides, Flagship Lounge is a good place to hang out for a couple of hours.
DFW/EZE is a good bet as well, although normally packed and higher in cost.
LAX/EZE started last December 2018 4x a week as a test, so not sure how it is performing or it will stay. Some rumors say it will go daily later on, but who can tell so much in advance.
JFK/EZE I would avoid. It is a bit tricky around January/February due to weather complications at NYC.
Service in any of them is pretty much the same: since they are all overnight flights, once up in the air, dinner is served and cleared, lights go out for 5/7 hours so you can get some shut eye, and then comes breakfast right as you are approaching BUE. Nothing more, nothing else.
If you are looking for a bargain, Latam Argentina flights (4M) MIA/EZE in J tend to have some good offers - if purchased more than 28 days in advance (just last week they were going for US$1800 return). They fly 767s in 2-2-2/180 lie-flat config and service tends to be better than AA, though planes are a bit dated. One (major) disadvantage is that they fly out of Terminal J in MIA (AA uses D) so coming from LAS you will have go airside and change terminals (quite a long walk between them). Lounge is shared with other Lan/Tam flights (Peru/Chile/Brazil) and it can get very crowded. It's a bit worn out as well, specially compared to AA newer Flagship Lounge.
(A bit off topic.. I've just realized 900/931, historically 77W, are moving to 772. Anyone knows why and when the switch goes into effect? It's sad to loose those J/F seats.. both quality and quantity..)