One World flights
Jan 19, 2021, 11:49 am
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One World flights
Why isn't a flight that is available on the AA website available on the British Airways site?
I'm trying to find a way to use Avios to book an AA flight. I've never done this before but I thought since they were both part of One World, I would be able to book the flight on either site.
thanks
I'm trying to find a way to use Avios to book an AA flight. I've never done this before but I thought since they were both part of One World, I would be able to book the flight on either site.
thanks
Jan 19, 2021, 12:09 pm
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Why isn't a flight that is available on the AA website available on the British Airways site?
I'm trying to find a way to use Avios to book an AA flight. I've never done this before but I thought since they were both part of One World, I would be able to book the flight on either site.
I'm trying to find a way to use Avios to book an AA flight. I've never done this before but I thought since they were both part of One World, I would be able to book the flight on either site.
Not all flights are available for awards.
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Jan 19, 2021, 12:20 pm
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Every flight is not covered by a codeshare, and only some flights can be booked in conjunction with other flights. We need more details on what specifically you're trying to book.
Jan 19, 2021, 12:36 pm
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Not sure how you were searching, but I just checked DSM-CZM on BA.com and there are plenty of Avios seats offered on your Feb 7 outbound...
Jan 19, 2021, 12:38 pm
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Thanks for the screen shot. I had thought that I was checking correctly...I guess I was doing something wrong.
EDIT: Any idea why cash paying flights are not available?
EDIT: Any idea why cash paying flights are not available?
Last edited by iowa guy; Jan 19, 2021 at 12:42 pm Reason: more info
Jan 19, 2021, 12:41 pm
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With very few minor exceptions awards are booked on the airline native flight numbers. You need to book with BAEC.
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BA may have awards available on AA flights (as above)
Last edited by Mwenenzi; Jan 19, 2021 at 12:53 pm
Jan 19, 2021, 1:01 pm
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Why isn't a flight that is available on the AA website available on the British Airways site?
I'm trying to find a way to use Avios to book an AA flight. I've never done this before but I thought since they were both part of One World, I would be able to book the flight on either site.
thanks
I'm trying to find a way to use Avios to book an AA flight. I've never done this before but I thought since they were both part of One World, I would be able to book the flight on either site.
thanks
Additionally, not all flights sold by AA show up on BA and vice versa
Jan 19, 2021, 1:02 pm
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As this topic is about spending BA Avios, Ill shift it to the BA forum. Good luck with your booking.
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Jan 19, 2021, 1:04 pm
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Jan 19, 2021, 1:23 pm
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