Apologies! Another AA MR Thread! From RDU to Anywhere
Nov 5, 2012, 8:37 am
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: RDU
Programs: Status Free
Posts: 214
Apologies! Another AA MR Thread! From RDU to Anywhere
Hi, all
Change in corporate travel has me not even qualifying for gold! I only qualified via a soft landing for this year.
I have never tried to organize a MR before and am a bit mystified as to how to start.
I currently have 9647 points and 17934 miles. Gold could be within reach, I don't think I could hit Plt.
I can fly the week-end of Dec 7 or Dec 29. I have some hotel certs, so an overnight stay is possible. Of course, I want as cheap as possible, but flying out of RDU isn't really conducive to cheap.
Much appreciation for any guidance from the FT crew!
Change in corporate travel has me not even qualifying for gold! I only qualified via a soft landing for this year.
I have never tried to organize a MR before and am a bit mystified as to how to start.
I currently have 9647 points and 17934 miles. Gold could be within reach, I don't think I could hit Plt.
I can fly the week-end of Dec 7 or Dec 29. I have some hotel certs, so an overnight stay is possible. Of course, I want as cheap as possible, but flying out of RDU isn't really conducive to cheap.
Much appreciation for any guidance from the FT crew!
Nov 5, 2012, 9:15 am
#3
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Boston
Programs: AA PLT, SPG PLT, Hyatt PLT, Hilton Silver
Posts: 117
RDU-ORD-SFO, redeye back for $380. No overnight at the airport. A bit overkill at 4900 miles, or 9800 miles. Would exceed GLD by 2k miles with DEQM promotion.
I couldn't find a cheaper or shorter flight.
Dec 8 AA 1997 RDU 6:10AM DFW 8:35AM 3h 25m MD-80 Economy (Q)
Layover in DFW 2h 5m
AA 435 DFW 10:40AM SFO 12:40PM 4h 0m Boeing 737 Economy (Q)
Dec 8 AA 1522 SFO 11:55PM ORD 6:00AM 4h 5m Boeing 737 Economy (Q)
Layover in ORD 8h 50m
AA 1976 ORD 2:50PM RDU 5:40PM 1h 50m MD-80 Economy (Q)
$375.00
I couldn't find a cheaper or shorter flight.
Dec 8 AA 1997 RDU 6:10AM DFW 8:35AM 3h 25m MD-80 Economy (Q)
Layover in DFW 2h 5m
AA 435 DFW 10:40AM SFO 12:40PM 4h 0m Boeing 737 Economy (Q)
Dec 8 AA 1522 SFO 11:55PM ORD 6:00AM 4h 5m Boeing 737 Economy (Q)
Layover in ORD 8h 50m
AA 1976 ORD 2:50PM RDU 5:40PM 1h 50m MD-80 Economy (Q)
$375.00
Nov 5, 2012, 12:44 pm
#4
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Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: dallas texas usa
Programs: aa plt 4.9MM LTAC
Posts: 14,828
12/7 rdu-lga-hnl-rdu....10k mi $812....you could complete a plt challenge...& get 2 yrs elite status....i think the challenge fee is $240...
phx or den might be the answer to your ?
please post what you do, others fters might be able to use the info...
phx or den might be the answer to your ?
please post what you do, others fters might be able to use the info...
Nov 5, 2012, 1:32 pm
#5
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 2,233
RDU-LAX has been a pretty competitive route lately....link:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/milea...m-w-aathx.html
Maybe RDU-PHX?
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/milea...m-w-aathx.html
Maybe RDU-PHX?
Last edited by CokeandTaco; Nov 5, 2012 at 1:44 pm Reason: add link and more information...
Nov 6, 2012, 9:51 am
#11
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Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: RDU
Programs: Status Free
Posts: 214
Thanks for all the suggestions!
Right now I'm looking at rdu-DfwPdx-Sfax on dec 8. The NHL tip with a plt challenge is intriguing, but I'm not sure I can seriously spend that much on a mr. Plat for 2 years would be great but.....I am a cheapskate!
I will let you know what I finally book. Will probably do it later today
I will let you know what I finally book. Will probably do it later today
Nov 6, 2012, 7:08 pm
#15
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: RDU
Programs: AA EXP, United Gold, Marriott Platinum, Club Carlson Gold, Hyatt Platinum, Emerald Club
Posts: 14
AATHX would be the best to take advantage of and you can easily get the miles with an overnight trip or sameday return with RDU-ORD/DFW-LAX for 242. Try to snag a giftcard for another 10% off if you can.