Stupid noob question -- is it possible to add other segments on a ticket that includes this? The fares combine on ITA... but to get the $500 discount, you have to enter the promo code, which (I guess?) can only be done on the CX website, and I can't seem to get it to add on the AS flight that I need.

Are you using the link in OP's first post? And, entering the HOLIDAY promo code? Lots of dates in early January, pricing at $773, $807 or $857.

no. it is fairly clear on T&C.

Wow I didn't think of it that way. To position myself on SWA from LAX to SFO and back makes the EQD identical at 3.2 so I guess I will book Bkk.

I am drooling over this SFO fare. The issues I have are two folded: I actually want to visit China (PVG or HGH) and I live on the east coast. So I would need budget for additional segments on both side of SFO-HKG. I suppose east coast to SFO can be done around $300 RT, but less clear on HKG-PVG (or HKG-HGH) cost.

More logistic questions I would appreciate some insights. Are 350s better than 777s on this CX route for PE? Does it make any sense to route via SFO-LAX-HKG (with same fare) to earn more mileage on AA? CX offers SFO-LAX leg on regional aircraft with AA codes.

Yes - while there are some decent PE fares to China those are typically on Cathay Dragon which doesn’t have PE and the coach fare class most likely will be ineligible. Or you can use Avios to book cheap awards from HKG.

I am not sure about the A351, but the A359 PE does not have its own dedicated lavatory like the 77W. However, from what I gather the seat and hard product on the A359 is a little better (its newer).

I think all in all its equal and I would book based on which schedule works best for you since you will need to book flights on both ends.

There is also an offer from SEA to Shanghai on J for $2300. Great bargain on A350.

I'm looking at LAX-HKG-DPS but the HKG-DPS flight doesn't have premium economy. Will this segment book in E class or something else? Could also book to SIN for a couple hundred dollars cheaper and book LCC to DPS I suppose.

Do you need a visa for Hong Kong?

Americans do not need a visa for Hong Kong.

For those with experience on the different products, would you prefer flying on the 777-300 in premium economy or the A350-1000? It looks like most dates at the sales price for Premium Economy on the SFO-HKG route offer a choice.

I'm curious about this as well. I just looked on seatguru and the airbus seemed to be the clear winner (wider seats, more pitch, wifi). I'm still taking the 777 back due to the time being more convenient.

Canadians?